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so it seems if they are over 15 they are legal to use in combat
“State parties shall take all feasible measures to ensure that persons who have not attained the age of 15 years do not take a direct part in hostilities.” As of 2002, language was added to urge that all measures be taken not to include children between the ages of 15 and 18, either.
Originally posted by MrSpad
Everyone knows their are foriegn forces in country fighting on both sides Assads and the FSA. And then you have the Islamist who are trying to take out both sides. I am sure what your point is?
Originally posted by stirling
M16s are getting as ubiquitous as the venerable AK 47 and its children.....
This only proves theyre not very well trained snipers, not US lethal aid.....