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Probe into British SAS conduct in Afghanistan reaches 58 million pounds in costs

Reported by Kunal Bhatia (Senior Writer) · Google News - UK Crime (search) ·

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An independent inquiry examining alleged war crimes by British SAS soldiers in Afghanistan has cost 58 million pounds so far, according to figures released by the Ministry of Defence. The public inquiry was set up to investigate claims of unlawful killings by special forces personnel during operations in Afghanistan. Ministry of Defence data reveals the rising expenses of the ongoing investigation, which covers past military actions. The inquiry continues to look into the allegations as costs mount for the government department overseeing the process.

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