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Australian Defence Force chief Angus Campbell says mandatory helmet cameras for special forces a ‘good idea’
Special forces soldiers could be required to wear body or helmet-mounted cameras in future operations, following shocking allegations of war crimes by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan.
Key points:
- General Angus Campbell says cameras “would be a powerful assurance of the lawful and appropriate use of force”
- The Brereton report noted helmet cameras could ensure soldiers obeyed the law
- General Campbell says the ADF must shoulder the blame for the heavy reliance on special forces in in Afghanistan
A report released this week found evidence special forces soldiers murdered at least 39 Afghan civilians or prisoners, and recommended 19 current and former personnel be investigated for potential prosecution for war crimes.
The heavily redacted…
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