New scandals are plaguing British soldiers in Kenya due to sexual assaults.

Kenyan human rights organizations stated that “the lack of effective oversight of foreign soldiers has allowed these abuses to occur with impunity,” calling for a swift and independent investigation to ensure justice and protect local residents. Reports indicate that some of these abuses took place in remote rural areas, complicating monitoring and prosecution.

Observers believe that the continuation of these incidents could weaken military cooperation between Britain and Kenya and raise diplomatic tensions, especially in light of the two countries’ joint efforts to combat terrorism and enhance local military training.