The Story The Saturday Edition: The SAS murders and the conspiracy to cover them up - Part 1
Jan 11, 2025
Join Jonathan Calvert and George Arbuthnott, investigative editors at The Sunday Times, as they unravel a chilling saga of alleged war crimes by the SAS in Afghanistan. They delve into the haunting revelations from a whistleblower who risked everything to expose the truth. The conversation covers the troubling night raids that led to civilian casualties and explores the internal conflicts and ethical dilemmas within military leadership. With a focus on accountability, this thought-provoking discussion unveils a web of potential cover-ups and urgent calls for inquiry.
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Initial Denial of SAS Killings
- The Ministry of Defence initially downplayed the SAS killings in Afghanistan, claiming lack of evidence.
- Subsequent reporting by the Sunday Times revealed the truth, leading to an independent inquiry.
Whistleblower Reveals SAS War Crimes
- A senior British Army officer, N1466, whistleblowed about SAS war crimes, including executions of prisoners.
- This officer's high rank and experience lent credibility to the allegations, despite risks to his safety.
Flawed Intelligence Leading to Civilian Deaths
- The SAS conducted night raids in Afghanistan, often based on flawed intelligence, according to Captain Mike Martin.
- Martin, a cultural understanding officer, expressed concerns about innocent civilians being killed.