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Ben Roberts-Smith released from prison on bail after being charged with five counts of war crime murder

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Ben Roberts-Smith released from prison on bail after being charged with five counts of war crime murder
Former SAS corporal granted bail ahead of potential trial on charges relating to alleged killing of civilians in Afghanistan
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Former SAS corporal granted bail ahead of potential trial on charges relating to alleged killing of civilians in Afghanistan

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Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted bail under strict conditions while he awaits a potential trial on alleged war crimes.

The Victoria Cross recipient, once Australia’s most lionised soldier, faces five charges of war crime murder over allegations he killed unarmed civilians during his service with the Australian SAS in Afghanistan.

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Source: Guardian - World News

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