Johnny Mercer Assists Afghanistan Inquiry Amid Controversy

Former MP Johnny Mercer has avoided the threat of jail for refusing to disclose the names of military sources regarding allegations of unlawful killings by the SAS in Afghanistan. Following a deadline imposed by the inquiry's chairman, Sir Charles Haddon-Cave, Mercer provided 'further information' but maintained that he will not betray the confidentiality of those who confided in him. The inquiry, which examines claims of extrajudicial killings between 2010 and 2013, had warned Mercer of potential imprisonment for non-compliance. Despite the inquiry's decision to take no further action for now, Mercer reiterated his commitment to integrity and his unwillingness to reveal his sources. The inquiry continues to investigate the serious allegations against UK special forces, and Mercer's ongoing non-disclosure raises questions about the inquiry's efficacy. As the situation develops, both Mercer and the inquiry remain under scrutiny.