In a landmark decision, a US federal jury has awarded $42 million in damages to three Iraqi men who were tortured at Abu Ghraib prison by a United States defence contractor. The case, which has been ongoing for years, saw the men seek justice for the physical and psychological abuse they suffered at the hands of employees of the contractor.
The jury found that the contractor was responsible for the actions of its employees, who were found to have engaged in a pattern of abuse and neglect towards the prisoners at the notorious prison. The men, who were held at Abu Ghraib during the US occupation of Iraq, testified to the heinous acts of torture they endured, including beatings, electric shocks, and other forms of inhumane treatment.
The decision to award the survivors $42 million in damages sends a strong message that those responsible for human rights abuses will be held accountable, no matter how powerful or well-connected they may be. It serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the principles of justice, even in the face of difficult circumstances.
The ruling has been hailed as a victory for the survivors of torture and abuse at Abu Ghraib, as well as a step towards holding those responsible for such atrocities accountable. It is a testament to the resilience and strength of the survivors, who have fought tirelessly for justice in the face of unimaginable suffering.
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how many millions Iraqi murdered
What are the chances of Trump being exiled?
They killed millions in that country only and until today never apologised. But , Not surprised when you see who they are working with and people that have influence on them lobby them and push them into non stop wars .
Remember nowadays no one cares about al Jazeera news
! Unless You can Hold USA Military and Politicians and Presidents Accountable for their Crimes, International Law does Not exist! NEVER Trust the USA Government!
An insultingly low sum and cold comfort to those people as the US is actively facilitating “Israel” carrying out abu graib 2.0
lol whose paying for this ? Lol 😂 the USA 🇺🇸 taxpayer !!!$ have a nice day
Coming From a country who preaches human rights and Democrasy
I don't trust this channel too much hypocrite.
A war built on lies from the start. George W Bush, Tony Blair and John Howard should be charged for war crimes
Self serving, AIPAC hand-picked, MIC-endorsed Demagogue politicians of U.S.A and GB Invaded Iraq, destroyed the country, killed over one million people, made Iraq lawless home of Jihadists ….. in order to please the AIPAC and MIC.