ICRC Report on US Treatment of Guantanamo Prisoners

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Sie sich nicht mit uns befassen müssen?In summary, The International Committee of the Red Cross has expressed concerns about the treatment of terror suspects at Guantanamo Bay and has made multiple visits to the facility. However, they have not publicly confirmed or denied a news account about a confidential report accusing the US military of using torture methods. Despite ongoing lawsuits and criticism, no significant action has been taken to address the issue.
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The International Committee of the Red Cross said yesterday it still sees "significant problems" with how the United States has treated terror suspects detained at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. But it refused to "publicly confirm or deny" a news account about a confidential ICRC report charging the U.S. military with using psychological and physical coercion equivalent to torture on Guantanamo prisoners.

...The ICRC, which monitored the treatment of an estimated 450,000 prisoners in nearly 80 countries last year, has made multiple visits to Guantanamo since early 2002. [continued]
http://washingtontimes.com/national/20041130-102750-4602r.htm
 
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one more on the pile... still nothing being done about it.
 
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Sind Sie für uns oder gegen uns?
 
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one more on the pile... still nothing being done about it.

It keeps building up ever higher ... what about those lawsuits and so on, ain't there anything in sight that might rid us of this abomination ?
 
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It's called a revolution.
 
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1. What is the ICRC report on US treatment of Guantanamo prisoners?

The ICRC (International Committee of the Red Cross) report on US treatment of Guantanamo prisoners is a detailed and comprehensive document that outlines the findings and observations of the ICRC during their visits to the Guantanamo Bay detention facility. It covers various aspects of the treatment of detainees, including their physical and psychological well-being, access to legal representation, and detention conditions.

2. When was the ICRC report on US treatment of Guantanamo prisoners released?

The ICRC report on US treatment of Guantanamo prisoners was released in February 2004, after the ICRC had conducted multiple visits to the detention facility between 2002 and 2003.

3. What were the major findings of the ICRC report on US treatment of Guantanamo prisoners?

The ICRC report highlighted several concerns regarding the treatment of detainees at Guantanamo, including the use of harsh interrogation techniques, prolonged isolation, and inadequate medical care. It also raised concerns about the lack of due process and the indefinite detention of prisoners without charge or trial.

4. Has the US government responded to the ICRC report on US treatment of Guantanamo prisoners?

Yes, the US government has responded to the ICRC report by stating that they take the findings and recommendations seriously and have made efforts to address some of the concerns raised. However, the government has also defended the use of certain interrogation techniques and the legality of the detention facility.

5. What impact did the ICRC report have on the treatment of prisoners at Guantanamo?

The ICRC report sparked international outcry and brought attention to the treatment of prisoners at Guantanamo. It also led to changes in policies and procedures at the detention facility, such as the use of certain interrogation techniques and access to legal representation. However, many of the concerns raised in the report are still ongoing and have not been fully addressed.

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