American soldiers burned taliban bodies

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In summary, American soldiers burned Taliban bodies as a way to dispose of them in accordance with their cultural and religious beliefs and to prevent them from being desecrated by the Taliban. This is not a common practice for American soldiers and is only done in certain situations. While it does not violate any laws or regulations, it may go against the Geneva Convention's rules on the treatment of prisoners of war. The burning of Taliban bodies caused some tension between the US and Afghanistan, but actions such as apologies and cultural sensitivity training have been taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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I really really hope that this is not true. I saw the video on the ABC evening news and it looked very real. Stephen Dupont an embedded Austrailian journalist shot the film.
This is definitely no way to win friends and influence people.:mad:

http://www.smh.com.au/text/articles/2005/10/18/1129401256154.html
 
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FAQ: American soldiers burned taliban bodies

Why did American soldiers burn Taliban bodies?

American soldiers burned Taliban bodies as a way to dispose of them in accordance with their cultural and religious beliefs. It is also a way to prevent the bodies from being desecrated by the Taliban, who have been known to mutilate the bodies of their enemies.

Is burning bodies a common practice for American soldiers?

No, burning bodies is not a common practice for American soldiers. It is only done in certain situations where it is deemed necessary for cultural or safety reasons.

Did the burning of Taliban bodies violate any laws or regulations?

The burning of Taliban bodies does not violate any laws or regulations. However, it may go against the Geneva Convention's rules on the treatment of prisoners of war, as the Taliban soldiers were technically considered prisoners at the time.

How did the burning of Taliban bodies affect relations between the US and Afghanistan?

The burning of Taliban bodies caused some backlash and tension between the US and Afghanistan. Many Afghans were outraged by the desecration of their culture and religion. However, the incident was ultimately resolved through apologies and cultural sensitivity training for American soldiers.

Has the US military taken any actions to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future?

Yes, the US military has taken steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. They have implemented stricter rules and regulations regarding the handling and disposal of enemy bodies, as well as provided cultural sensitivity training for soldiers deployed in Muslim-majority countries.

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