War crime inquiry identifies 39 alleged killings, including ritualistic ‘bloodings’

The Brereton inquiry report has uncovered 39 alleged unlawful killings of prisoners and civilians by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan, in 23 separate incidents. ADF Chief Angus Campbell has publicly announced the findings, apologising unreservedly to the Afghan people, and all Australians. None of the alleged killings occurred in the heat of battle, or were the … Continue reading War crime inquiry identifies 39 alleged killings, including ritualistic ‘bloodings’