Inquiry Exposes Allegations of War Crimes by U.K. Special Forces in Afghanistan

Wed Apr 02 2025 04:24:28 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Inquiry Exposes Allegations of War Crimes by U.K. Special Forces in Afghanistan

Evidence released from an inquiry reveals troubling practices and a culture of impunity among British special forces during the Afghanistan conflict.


An official inquiry into British military operations in Afghanistan has unveiled serious allegations against special forces, suggesting that they operated with a disregard for human rights and a culture that permitted extreme violence against unarmed individuals.



A recent inquiry into British military actions in Afghanistan has yielded alarming allegations regarding the conduct of the U.K. Special Forces. Evidence unveiled indicates that soldiers may have engaged in extreme measures against suspected militants, prompting concerns about a potential culture of impunity. Testimonies released offer a grim picture of operations occurring between 2010 and 2013, suggesting that unarmed individuals were often treated as legitimate targets.

An officer's testimony, reported in a closed hearing, recounted a conversation where he noted that "all fighting-age males are killed" during missions, regardless of their actual threat level, effectively sanctioning lethal force against non-combatants. Another disturbing account described the method of subduing a suspect by covering his head with a pillow prior to execution. These statements paint a portrait of an elite unit operating under rules significantly different from standard military conduct, prioritizing body counts over legal or ethical considerations.

This inquiry, initiated by the British Ministry of Defense in 2022, aimed to address the rising allegations of war crimes associated with British armed forces. The findings derive from hundreds of documents, including emails, letters, and testimonies, many of which have been heavily redacted for anonymity. Witnesses have remarked on the perception that these soldiers were "beyond reproach" during their lengthy deployment, suggesting that this mindset allowed them to circumvent accountability.

As the inquiry continues, it raises larger questions regarding military oversight, the application of international law in conflict, and the moral responsibilities of combatants in warfare, especially in complex environments like Afghanistan. This episode brings to the forefront the necessity for transparent investigations into military conduct and the treatment of civilians in conflict zones.

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