Roberts-Smith Charged with War Crimes: A Game-Changer
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Ben Roberts-Smith, Australias most decorated soldier, faces serious war crimes charges, including two counts of murder and three counts of helping or enabling those murders. He was arrested and charged with alleged killings of unarmed civilians in Afghanistan between 2009 and 2012. His first court hearing was held online, with his lawyers hoping for an in-person session. The next date is set for June fourth, keeping him in prison for at least two more months. This case is significant as it marks a rare instance of prosecuting Aussie soldiers for overseas war crimes, potentially opening doors for more cases. Challenges include gathering solid evidence after all these years and meeting the higher proof standard for a conviction.
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