Update on Marines' Prosecution in Haditha Killings

Courtesy NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Mon, 06/30/2008 - 5:00am

The deaths of 24 Iraqi civilians more than two years ago led to the high-profile court-martial of eight Marines accused of violating the rules of engagement.

The case against the highest-ranking officer charged in the killings was dismissed last week, which the prosecution plans to appeal.

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