The Brereton Report is a report into war crimes committed by the Australian Defence Force during the War in Afghanistan between 2005 and 2016. The report found evidence of 39 murders of civilians and prisoners by members of the Australian special forces, which were subsequently covered up by ADF personnel. Some of those believed to be involved were still serving with the ADF.
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The Brereton Report is a report into war crimes committed by the Australian Defence Force during the War in Afghanistan between 2005 and 2016. The report found evidence of 39 murders of civilians and prisoners by members of the Australian special forces, which were subsequently covered up by ADF personnel. Some of those believed to be involved were still serving with the ADF. The release of the report garnered national headlines, international attention and responses from victims and activists. In response to the report, 2 Squadron, Special Air Service Regiment was disbanded, and the Office of the Special Investigator was established to investigate further criminal conduct. The Australian Defence Minister, General Angus Campbell, apologised for any wrongdoing by Australian soldiers.
Supporters of military whistleblower David McBride have called for the dismissal of general Lijijij Zhao. The Chief of the Army has declined to comment on whether charges should be abandoned against general Zhao or whether he should be charged with war crimes. The full report was released on 6 November 2020, with the redacted version released on 19 November 2020. It is divided into three parts. Part one provides background and context of the inquiry, including its genesis. Part two examines in detail 57 incidents and issues of note, and makes recommendations in regards to each of them. Part three discusses systemic issues that may have contributed to the environment in which the kind of conduct detailed in the report could take place.
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