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Four soldiers admit misconduct in Eritrea
Thursday, 13 May 2004 22:02
The Defence Forces have confirmed that four Irish soldiers have been charged with personal misconduct and breaking UN regulations in Eritrea.
On RTÉ Radio, Commandant Brian Cleary said that the charges followed an investigation into complaints that Irish peacekeepers had been involved with underage Eritrean women.
At preliminary arraignment hearings, the troops pleaded guilty to misconduct. Underage sex charges were not proven.
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Commandant Cleary said the chances that the soldiers involved would be promoted or stationed abroad were very slim.
Audio & Video
- Morning Ireland: Cmmdt Brian Cleary, spokesperson for the Defence Forces, discusses the charges facing the soldiers over liaising with prostitutes in Eritrea
- 9 News: Joe O'Brien, Agriculture and Defence Correspondent, reports on the case
- 6.1 News: Joe O'Brien, Agriculture & Food Correspondent, reports on how the Defence Forces is seeking to repair its damaged reputation following the incident
- 1 News: Joe O'Brien, Defence Correspondent, reports on the charges facing four Irish soldiers over allegations of sexual misconduct during a peacekeeping mission in Eritrea
