The wars in the Middle East will not end in any of our life times. One nation at a time will be invaded: Iran, Syria or Pakistan will be next.
There are soldiers committing war crimes all the time in a foreign combat zone. Raping and killing of innocent civilians. Torturing and interrogation of prisoners. They are free to do as they please and roam around like ruthless blood thirsty animals. Stray dogs.
These type of soldiers do not deserve respect. They are traitors to humanity if they commit war crimes. Trial them and lock them away in prison if they step out of line.