Afghanistan Video: Controversial Footage of US Marines Urinating on Bodies of Insurgents

Expect a media furour today over this clip of American soldiers in Afghanistan, apparently urinating on the bodies of slain insurgents. Marine Corps Headquarters has issued a statement: "While we have not yet verified the origin or authenticity of this video, the actions portrayed are not consistent with our core values and are not indicative of the character of the Marines in our Corps. This matter will be fully investigated."

Al Jazeera English's coverage of the incident: