U.S. troops criticized for parading naked Iraqis

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: etech
konichiwa

Believe it or not, criminals have rights too. Just because you may believe that one mistake can represent the entirety of ones' character (I certainly hope not, I've made some pretty grave mistakes myself) doesn't mean that they should be punished as if it does. To categorically dehumanize them just because they're looters is ludicrous. Ever heard of jail, or a fine?

Jail or fines? Try reading up on the situation as it is now in Iraq. You bore me with you lack of knowledge of the situation.

As if you ever had a clue.

ALLEGED looters.

 

[Fencer128]

Just thought that this was pertinent:

Article 27 of the Fourth Geneva Convention clearly states that:

"Protected persons are entitled in all circumstances, to respect for their persons, their honour, their family rights, their religious convictions and practices, and their manner and customs. They shall at all times be humanely treated, and shall be protected especially against all acts of violence or threats thereof and against insults and public curiosity".

Surely this sets the minimum standard for what is acceptable - even after open hostilities have ended. From this point of view I can't see how the action can possibly be condoned?

Cheers,

Andy