US soldiers must refuse illegal orders: Analysis

Retired US Army Colonel Robert Hamilton explains that military personnel are required to refuse illegal orders under US law, military law, and international humanitarian law. From basic training to senior military education, service members are extensively trained to recognize and respond to unlawful commands. Hamilton highlights the precedent set by the Nuremberg Trials, emphasising that following illegal orders is not a defence. He also discusses the legal complexities surrounding recent US administration actions, including strikes against Venezuelan drug boats, and the role of Congress in authorizing military actions.

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