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Friday, March 27, 2009 12:00 AM

Britain responds to the "rule of law" nuisance

Criminal investigations are now formally launched by America's staunchest ally into allegations of torture.

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  • Sunday, March 29, 2009 07:56 AM

    Spain Might Prosecute US War Criminals

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    A Spanish court has taken the first steps toward opening a criminal investigation into allegations that six former high-level Bush administration officials violated international law by providing the legal framework to justify the torture of prisoners at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, an official close to the case said.

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