Johnny Mercer Ordered to Reveal Whistleblower Identities in Afghanistan Inquiry

Former veterans minister faces potential jail time for refusing to disclose names of soldiers alleging unlawful killings by UK Special Forces.

Inquiry chair Sir Charles Haddon-Cave rejected Mercer's application to withhold the names.
Mercer argues his refusal is to protect the integrity and safety of whistleblowers.
The inquiry aims to investigate allegations of extrajudicial killings by UK Special Forces between 2010 and 2013.
Mercer has until July 25 to comply with the order or face legal consequences.
The inquiry assures secure measures are in place to protect the identities of confidential sources.