In terms of whether or not Khadr was a terrorist, it really depends on how one defines terrorist. There is no evidence (that I'm aware of) that Khadr ever participated in the targeting of non-combatants. To me, that puts claims of "terrorist" on very shaky ground.
The treason arguments are much better. He may well have committed treason. However, his age and circumstances are clearly mitigating. There would be significant difficulties in proving the offence at trial. And to the extent that the charge related to his participation in the death of Cpl Speers, he's already served a significant period in custody for that.
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