The U.S. failure to pursue accountability for key participants its torture program undermines the global struggle against impunity for torture. Canada’s failure to examine its actions in Afghanistan similarly undermines the effort to end torture. Canadians must continue to demand made-in-Canada accountability for the immoral and unconscionable acts committed in our name.
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Justin Trudeau must face up to Afghan detainee torture allegations
When will the Justin Trudeau Liberals start living up to their international legal responsibilities?
Canada shirks its responsibilities under international law
In a deeply disappointing response, the Canadian government has shirked its duties under international law and rejected the call for a Public Inquiry into the treatment of Afghan detainees.
Follow up to Open Letter on Afghan Detainee Transfers to Torture
Update on media coverage following release of Open Letter to PM urging public inquiry into Afghan detainee transfers to torture