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SAS Leaders Demand Hermer Resign Over False Al-Sweady Claims

4/24/2026

Summary

Story summary

Former SAS commanders and military leaders demanded Attorney General Lord Hermer resign over the Al-Sweady claims.
Nigel Farage, a former defence minister and justice secretary, asked the Bar Standards Board to investigate Attorney General Lord Hermer.
The Al-Sweady inquiry found Iraqi accusations were lies and cleared British troops.
Attorney General Lord Hermer defended his career by highlighting work for soldiers and veterans and condemning former solicitor Phil Shiner’s fraud conviction.

History

Historical Context

The Al-Sweady Inquiry, initiated in 2009 and concluded in December 2014, investigated allegations of British troops mistreating Iraqi detainees during the Iraq War. Chaired by Sir Thayne Forbes, the inquiry found the claims of murder and torture to be baseless, revealing falsehoods from detainees. This has led to ongoing scrutiny of military conduct and legal practices, highlighting the Iraq War's enduring impact on British institutions.

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Story summary

Former SAS commanders and military leaders demanded Attorney General Lord Hermer resign over the Al-Sweady claims.
Nigel Farage, a former defence minister and justice secretary, asked the Bar Standards Board to investigate Attorney General Lord Hermer.
The Al-Sweady inquiry found Iraqi accusations were lies and cleared British troops.
Attorney General Lord Hermer defended his career by highlighting work for soldiers and veterans and condemning former solicitor Phil Shiner’s fraud conviction.

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