Tory leadership contenders have turned their attention to Robert Jenrick following his controversial remarks regarding UK special forces. As the Conservative Party conference continues, both Tom Tugendhat and James Cleverly have echoed criticisms from Labour and military figures regarding Jenrick's statements. In a recent video, Jenrick, who is currently the frontrunner in the leadership race, claimed that UK special forces are opting to "kill rather than capture" terrorists due to concerns that European laws might release any detained individuals. This assertion has drawn significant backlash, with critics arguing that it reflects a serious misunderstanding of military operations and the laws governing armed conflict. One critic stated, "I think what he said is wrong, and I’m afraid it demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of military operations and the law of armed conflict." Another expressed concern that such comments could discourage individuals from surrendering to British forces when required. Jenrick's remarks have sparked a debate about the implications of current legal frameworks on military actions, with some suggesting that the inability to detain suspects across borders forces special forces into lethal actions more frequently than necessary. As the leadership race heats up, Jenrick's comments may have serious repercussions for his campaign.