Labour Calls For Investigation Into Claims "Rogue" SAS Soldiers Killed Civilians

Labour MP's have called for an investigation into claims that "rogue" SAS soldiers killed unarmed Afghan civilians and attempted to cover up the evidence.

Leader Jeremy Corbyn said there is a risk the British armed forces' reputation for decency and bravery will be undermined unless the claims in the Sunday Times are investigated.

According to the newspaper, which quoted senior military police and defence sources, there is "strong evidence" SAS personnel killed, rather than captured, unarmed Afghan civilians who were suspected of being Taliban insurgents during night raids on their homes. 

Shadow Defence Minister Wayne David told Forces News that:

"There must be confidence in the Armed Forces, particularly in the SAS":

In a statement the MOD said:

"The Royal Military Police has found no evidence of criminal behavior by the Armed Forces in Afghanistan to date. They have discontinued over 90% of the 675 allegations made and less than 10 investigations remain.

Our military served with great courage and professionalism and we proudly hold them to the highest standards. Where allegations are raised it is right they are investigated."

In February, Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon announced 90% of Operation Northmoor's misconduct cases involving British troops who served in Afghanistan were to be dropped, amid controversy over a discredited probe into Iraq war veterans.