David Hicks, whose mother is a British citizen, was captured in Afghanistan in November 2001 where he allegedly fought against American-led forces…This has allowed Mr Hicks to apply for a UK passport, which could represent his best chance of avoiding a trial before a military tribunal…
Earlier this year nine British detainees were sent home from Guantanamo Bay…after the UK government complained that the system there failed to uphold basic standards of international justice. The Australian authorities, however, have consistently supported the process and have not lobbied Washington for David Hicks’ release.
