Video evidence of U.S. war crimes – indiscriminate killing of unarmed civilians
video Monday, December 27th, 2010US Apache helicopter targeting and killing Iraqi civilians. At least 12 are dead including an Iraqi journalist and his driver, and two children are wounded.
It is forbidden to direct an attack against civilians who are not taking an active part in hostilities. Second, it is forbidden to attack civilian objects unless they make an effective contribution to your enemy’s military operations. Thirdly, it is against the law to launch indiscriminate attacks — attacks that cannot be directed at a specific military target. Attacks are also considered indiscriminate if they violate the principle of proportionality. According to this important rule, the harm to civilians that is likely to be caused by an attack must not be excessive in relation to the concrete and direct military advantage that can be expected. Forces must also do everything feasible to minimize the likely harm caused to civilians by their military operations.
Violations of these key principles of the laws of armed conflict are considered to be war crimes, for which individuals can be held accountable.
Original video shows U.S. soldies carrying the bodies of 2 children from the van that was shot up by the helocopter.
http://www.youtube.com/v/3nDMv_M6WWY&showinfo=0
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