The International Criminal Court Trial Chamber V(B) has withdrawn all proceedings against President Uhuru Kenyatta.
A statement from the ICC notes: "Noting the Prosecution’s withdrawal of charges against Mr Kenyatta, the Chamber decided to terminate the proceedings in this case and to vacate the summons to appear against him"
The ICC statement further explains that although the proceedings will be terminated, the Court will retain jurisdiction over any interference with a witness or evidence collection. It also states that protective measures for witnesses and/or victims will continue, subject to review by the Court.
