International panel concludes mission on counter-terrorism measures in the Middle East
Two members of the Eminent Jurists Panel on Terrorism, Counter-terrorism and Human Rights, appointed by the ICJ, concluded today the hearings and consultations for the Middle East region held in Cairo.
Eminent jurists hold sub-regional hearing on counter-terrorism measures in the Middle East
The Eminent Jurists Panel on Terrorism, Counter-terrorism and Human Rights, appointed by the ICJ in October 2005, is holding a public hearing in Cairo on 4-5 June.
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