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Boone County Judge Executive Gary Moore Appointed President of Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI)

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Cincinnati, Ohio – The Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI) has selected its board and officers for 2024, with Boone County Judge Executive Gary Moore leading as president. This marks Moore’s second consecutive term as president of the transportation agency. The newly appointed officers will serve a one-year term, effective immediately. Moore expressed his enthusiasm in working alongside his fellow board members to continue improving the region’s quality of life and economic vitality. He praised OKI as a national model for how a metropolitan planning organization can transform a region, crediting CEO Mark Policinski and … Read more

Israeli Legal Luminary Aharon Barak Appointed to Preside Over Landmark Genocide Case at U.N. Court

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Jerusalem, Israel – Aharon Barak has been selected by Israel as the country’s judge for a genocide case in the U.N. court. This move comes as the international community seeks to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions in cases of mass atrocities and genocide. Barak, a highly respected legal expert in Israel, will play a crucial role in ensuring justice is served. The appointment of Barak reflects Israel’s commitment to upholding the values of international law. As a judge in the U.N. court, he will be responsible for examining evidence and making fair and unbiased … Read more

Former Israeli Supreme Court Chief Aharon Barak Appointed to ICJ Panel for Genocide Case Against Israel

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The city of Jerusalem, Israel has appointed former Supreme Court president Aharon Barak as its representative on the 15-member panel of the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The ICJ is set to hear a genocide allegation against Israel filed by South Africa. Barak, 87, will be Israel’s advocate during the trial, which will begin on January 11. This appointment comes despite opposition from members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government, who disagree with Barak’s past criticisms of judicial reform efforts. During his tenure as president, Barak was known for his strong defense of the “otherness” … Read more

Former Supreme Court Chief Aharon Barak Appointed by Israel to Play Key Role in Genocide Hearings at The Hague, Unveiling Justice’s Pursuit of Accountability

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THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Aharon Barak has been appointed by Israel to serve at the Hague genocide hearings. Barak has been tasked with representing Israel at the International Criminal Court, where he will defend the country against accusations of genocide. This marks a significant development in the ongoing legal battle between Israel and the Court. The Hague genocide hearings have been a source of contention for Israel, as it has consistently denied any involvement in genocide. The International Criminal Court launched an investigation into alleged war crimes committed by Israel … Read more