The Argentine legal and political caste has allowed this situation to arise. It is not about supporting the internal war of the 70s, but rather about moving towards the reconciliation of Argentines. This issue is not only related to the past but also to the present and, above all, to the future. The question that arises is how much more Argentina will have to endure before achieving it.
President of the Forum of Retired Generals, José Luis Figueroa, declares: "It is time to leave revenge behind and regain sanity. It is time to prioritize the common good over sectorial interests, history over narrative, truth over ideology, courage over cowardice."
In his representative role, Figueroa expresses his disappointment over the recent administrative decision to dismiss officers, many of whom were young in the 70s and some heroes of the Falklands War. He believes this act not only harms those who served the Nation but also deepens existing wounds. In his opinion, it is essential for the Government to address this issue responsibly and coherently.
The decision of the Minister of Defense to dismiss officers has generated discontent within the Armed Forces, evidencing a need for a political solution rather than hasty measures. The history of the law of war shows the evolution in the regulation of armed conflicts, from the Geneva Convention to the Rome Statute, which established individual criminal responsibility for war crimes.
The case of combatants like Losito, injured during the Falklands War, illustrates the complexity of the situation, with decisions that violate basic legal principles. Figueroa criticizes the lack of sensibility in the trials and the administration of justice, emphasizing the importance of ensuring due process for the combatants. He acknowledges the sacrifice of those who defended the country, despite adverse circumstances.
In conclusion, the dismissal of these officers is not just an administrative matter but a message to all who have served the Nation. Figueroa makes it clear that history will do justice, calling for reflection on the message conveyed to new generations of military personnel and reminding the importance of acting with integrity and coherence in service to the homeland.
