Soldier jailed for refusing Afghan duty

A 24-year-old solider has been jailed for two months for refusing to serve in Afghanistan following heavy pressure from friends and family. The man, who said he suffered from ADHD, claimed he was not aware that he faced jail by refusing to carry out orders.

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