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Israel Reopens Criminal Probe Into Deadly 2021 Meron Disaster
Israeli authorities are reopening the criminal investigation into the 2021 Meron disaster that killed 45 people, following a Supreme Court petition and recommendations from a state inquiry commission.
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What happened
- 01Israel is reopening the criminal investigation into the 2021 Meron disaster where 45 people died.
- 02The decision follows a Supreme Court petition and recommendations from a state commission of inquiry.
- 03Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara led discussions that resulted in the decision to resume proceedings.
- 04Investigators will focus on police officials and site safety personnel, excluding political figures.
- 05Specific individuals named include Amer Khalilieh, Shmuel Piamenta, Reuven Ben Gal, and Shimon Malka.
The investigation, led by Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, will focus on police officials and site personnel, not political figures. Key individuals named include site safety engineer Amer Khalilieh and police licensing officer Shmuel Piamenta.
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