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UK military admits rights violations against Iraqi detainees
The British military on Thursday admitted human rights violations against an Iraqi man who died in custody and eight other Iraqi detainees.
- Agencies
- Published: 09:45 March 28, 2008
London: The British military on Thursday admitted human rights violations against an Iraqi man who died in custody and eight other Iraqi detainees.
The nine Iraqis were held as suspected insurgents. One of the nine, Baha Mousa, died following an attempt to escape.
UK Armed Forces Minister Bob Ainsworth condemned the abuse, while the Ministry of Defence said it expects to negotiate compensation for the survivors of the nine men.
Defence officials are due in court Friday to answer claims on behalf of the detainees.
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