Even if we think the terrorist cause is illegitimate we...
Even if we think the terrorist cause is illegitimate we have a moral duty to respect a basic level o…
Even if we think the terrorist cause is illegitimate we have a moral duty to respect a basic level of humanity. There are certain acts, such as torture, to which no individual should be subjected, regardless of their own behaviour. The Geneva Convention is about universal respect for human dignity. Civilised nations can and should be expected to act in a humane manner.