The Afghan government Friday welcomed the arrest of seven British soldiers on suspicion of murder, calling it "a good measure to prevent civilian casualties" in the war-torn country, dpa reported. "This is a good step, which can significantly help the prevention of casualties in Afghanistan, in particular civilian deaths," AfghanDefence Ministry spokesman Mohammad Zaher Azimi said. The ministry welcomed the observation and implementation of military law by NATO-led coalition forces to prevent civilian casualties, Azimi said while also asking for better implementation.