George Clooney Fiance Amal: Amal Alammudin Turns Down Offer From UN; Plus What Is The One Thing The Lawyer Is Worried About Upcoming Wedding To Clooney?
It's understandable that Amal Alammudin, the barrister and lawyer is quite busy lately. Also known as George Clooney's fiance, Amal has had her hands full ever since getting engaged to the Hollywood A-lister.
The 36-year-old has so much on her hands that reportedly had to turn down an offer from the United Nations to be part of a three-person commission to investigate alleged war crimes perpetrated in Gaza. Amal has released a statement explaining her decision to not accept teh UN offer.
"There are various reports published today stating that I have been appointed as one of three members of the UN Commission of Inquiry for Gaza. I am horrified by the situation in the occupied Gaza Strip, particularly the civilian casualties that have been caused, and strongly believe that there should be an independent investigation and accountability for crimes that have been committed," Alamuddin's says. "I was contacted by the UN about this for the first time this morning. I am honored to have received the offer, but given existing commitments - including eight ongoing cases - unfortunately could not accept this role. I wish my colleagues who will serve on the commission courage and strength in their endeavors."
Alamuddin has previously served in the capacity of legal adviser to the Prosecutor of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon.
Not only does George Clooney's fiance Amal Alamuddin have her hands full with her current cases, she has also been reported as doing leg work on their wedding preparations.
According to People magazine, Clooney and Alamuddin have just gotten their marriage license in London. This news was not leaked by paparazzi or the tabloid as is usually the case. A passerby named Susan just happened to be passing by the Chelsea Old Town Hall when she saw the intent to wed notice by George Clooney and fiance Amal Alamuddin. She took a photo, which of course got posted on the internet.
A public announcement such as this one is a legal requirement by European Union citizens like Amal, who are planning to tie the knot. According to the notice, the wedding venue will be in Italy, where everyone knows George Clooney owns a villa in Lake Como.
But there is one thing that is bothering George Clooney's fiance Amal Alamuddin. According to E! Online, Amal has expressed her concern about the press finding out the date of the wedding. Well good news for her, because she was not required to specify a wedding date on the public announcement for their wedding.
