War Hero or Accused Criminal? Roberts-Smith Speaks Out Amidst War Crime Allegations
Decorated soldier Ben Roberts-Smith denies war crime charges. He faces 5 counts including murder. Next court date April 17th, 2026.
#BenRobertsSmith, #WarCrimes, #Australia, #MilitaryLaw, #Afghanistan
https://newsletter.tf/ben-roberts-smith-denies-war-crime-charges/
Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia's most decorated soldier, has denied 5 war crime charges including murder. This is a serious legal development for the decorated soldier.
#BenRobertsSmith, #WarCrimes, #Australia, #MilitaryLaw, #Afghanistan
https://newsletter.tf/ben-roberts-smith-denies-war-crime-charges/
Military Experts: Power Infrastructure Targetable Under Specific Legal Conditions
📰 Original title: Power Infrastructure Can Be Lawfully Targeted in Certain Circumstances, Military Experts Say
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View full AI summary: https://killbait.com/en/military-experts-power-infrastructure-targetable-under-specific-legal-conditions/?redirpost=e1fa792c-44ec-4917-9765-c50314b18df1
#geopolitics #militarylaw #powerinfrastructure #iranconflict
RE: https://kolektiva.social/@draft_resistance_news/116210549939179518
A very important post, coming from the broadest-based coalition in opposition to the draft in many years.
#MilitaryDraft #Draft #Conscription #MilitaryConscription #MilitaryLaw #USMilitary #YouthRights #SelectiveService #IranWar
https://responsiblestatecraft.org/military-draft-iran/
A very important piece by @ehasbrouck about the folly of Trump even contemplating the use of military conscription for the US war against Iran.
https://draftcounseling.org/dc201.htm
The second session of our training for draft counselors is now available for viewing.
This session focused on the decisions that those facing the draft will have to make once a draft is called, as well as a discussion on what happens in a draft board hearing.
Our third session will be announced soon, but we anticipate it will be on May 3, 2026 from 1-3 p.m. at Joy Mennonite Church in Oklahoma City, as well as live via zoom.
#DraftCounseling #MilitaryConscription #MilitaryDraft #MilitaryLaw #ConscientiousObjection #War #Peace #USA #USMilitary
PLANNING AN EPIC RAIL TRIP/SPEAKING TOUR
I was able to snag a half-price #Amtrak railpass on a special, so I'm planning some cross-country travel, but I also would love to take advantage of this opportunity to get to do some speaking in different communities while traveling.
The cities I'll be at (and would have time to speak in) are: Seattle, Portland, SF Bay area, and Denver.
The topics I can present on would include:
1. #DraftCounseling - Why local groups need to start getting ready to help people who may face military conscription under the Trump administration?
2. The issue of #IllegalOrders under US #MilitaryLaw as well as #InternationalLaw
3. #Indigenous Draft Resistance - stories and reflections from the history of resistance by Indigenous Americans to being drafted
4. The joys of engaging in MRP (multi-religious practice) --- I'm a Humanistic Jew who is also an active member of a progressive #Mennonite church.
5. Something else? - I'm open to other topics related to military law, #HumanisticJudaism, and the progressive Mennonite tradition.
As far as cost goes, I'm asking for local groups who can afford it to either: (1) find me a place to a stay, ideally a private bedroom that I can get to by mass transit from the Amtrak station, or (2) pay me an honorarium of at least $100.
I'm firming up my travel plans, but it looks like the cities and dates that I would be available for speaking engagements would be:
#Seattle, WA
Wed, April 29 (evening)
Thu, April 30 (all day)
#Portland, OR
Fri, May 1 (evening)
#SF Bay Area
Sunday, May 3 (all day)
Monday, May 4 (all day)
#Denver
Tuesday, May 6 (late evening, if train is on time)
Wed, May 7 - morning or lunch
If you know any groups who want me to speak for them and/or have other ideas, please me a message or email me at girightslawyer at gmail dot com.
Thanks!
https://draftcounseling.org/dc201.htm
You are invited to Draft Counseling 201, the second session of a series of trainings to equip ordinary people to be ready to provide assistance to people in the US in the event of a draft (military conscription).
This training is happening live at Joy Mennonite Church, 504 NE 16th St, Oklahoma City, but also live via Zoom (and later it will be available in recorded form).
Please share widely.
#ConscientiousObjection #MilitaryDraft #Draft #MilitaryConscription #MilitaryLaw #Law #YouthRights
https://jonathanlarsen.substack.com/p/us-troops-were-told-iran-war-is-for
There is no doubt where the administration stands when it is allowing so many military commanders to say such vile things, in violation of military regulations, federal statutes, and the First Amendment of the US Constitution.
This is why I've been speaking so much about the dangers of Christian Nationalism, because it is quickly becoming the new norm in the US military. It is, of course, illegal, but it is also offensive to the many troops who might have different religious beliefs (including many Christians). No one should be forced to listen to hateful remarks like what these troops had to hear.
Excerpt: "This morning our commander opened up the combat readiness status briefing by urging us to not be “afraid” as to what is happening with our combat operations in Iran right now. He urged us to tell our troops that this was “all part of God’s divine plan” and he specifically referenced numerous citations out of the Book of Revelation referring to Armageddon and the imminent return of Jesus Christ. He said that “President Trump has been anointed by Jesus to light the signal fire in Iran to cause Armageddon and mark his return to Earth”. He had a big grin on his face when he said all of this which made his message seem even more crazy."
#ChristianNationalism #Fascism #Trump #Hegseth #FirstAmendment #ConstitutionalLaw #MilitaryLaw #USA #USMilitary
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