British troops are reluctant to serve in Iraq if they may face criminal repercussions for crimes against humanity, war crimes, or similar charges. Apparently they're concerned about joining 11 other British soldiers already facing charges of prisoner abuse. I'm a little surprised that anyone would expect to engage in war with a sense of impunity, given the prosecution of Belgian troops for crimes against humanity by England after WWI and the Nuremburg trials after WWII. Rights are balanced by responsibility and both are subject to accountability.
Sources:
Scotsman.com
The Telegraph
Guardian Unlimited
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