Based on this article, how should we treat enemies of war? Should there be an age limit?
We should give our enemies a kind of benefit of the doubt. Especially when they are very young. If a child is under the age of 18 they should not be held fully accountable for their actions.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/10/25/khadr.plea/?hpt=T2
If a child is brainwashed into committing a crime, should they be held accountable?
Yes and no because the child is not fully developed. If the child is around 15-16 they should be held somewhat accountable for thei actions, but not fully because they have been heavily influenced by others.
What should be the age of accountability? What is the international opinion?
The age of accountability should be around 17 or 18. OIt seems most countries believe a person should be held accountable around 15-16 years of age.
http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,925121,00.html
Does the Koran promote violence, even among children?
The Koran does not teach violence. In children or in adulthood, it teaches peace. It says to not take a life, for life is sacred.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/10/25/khadr.plea/?hpt=T2
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