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Somali army investigates soldiers accused of abusing al-Shabab prisoner
Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali National Army (SNA) has launched a preliminary investigation into soldiers accused of circulating a video on social
The Somali National Army has initiated an investigation into soldiers accused of abusing an al-Shabab prisoner in a video that circulated on social media.
What was announced
- The SNA stated that the alleged abuse violates military conduct rules and international laws regarding the treatment of prisoners of war.
- The army warned that strict legal and military measures would be taken against any soldiers found guilty of such violations.
- The investigation aims to establish the facts of the incident and identify those responsible for the conduct shown in the video.
Context
The investigation was prompted by a video showing severe abuse of an al-Shabab prisoner by government soldiers, which has led to public outrage.
““The ongoing investigation would establish the facts of the incident and identify those responsible for the conduct shown in the video.””
Why this matters: This incident raises concerns about human rights and the treatment of prisoners of war in Somalia, highlighting the need for accountability within the military.
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Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali National Army (SNA) has launched a preliminary investigation into soldiers accused of circulating a video on social media showing the abuse of a prisoner of war during an operation against al-Shabab.
In a statement Monday, the SNA command said the alleged act clearly violates military conduct rules, military procedures and international laws of war, particularly those concerning the protection of prisoners of war.
advertisements The army warned all soldiers against committing such acts, saying strict legal and military measures would be taken against anyone found to have violated the rules governing war, prisoners of war and human rights.
“The ongoing investigation would establish the facts of the incident and identify those responsible for the conduct shown in the video,” the army added.
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