Ben Roberts-Smith arrested as part of war crimes investigation
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Source: 9News
Published: 2026-04-07 11:37 UTC+10:00
Section: National
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Middle East, Military & Defence, Australia, Iran, US Politics, War & Conflict
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Former Special Air Services soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been arrested as part of an investigation into alleged war crimes.Roberts-Smith, 47, was arrested at Sydney Airport today.The Victoria Cross recipient served in multiple theatres overseas during his service with the armed forces, including Afghanistan.LIVE UPDATES: Trump takes shot at Australia as Iran openly mocks himBen Roberts-Smith has been arrested at Sydney Airport.
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