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Ben Roberts-Smith arrested at Sydney Airport on war crime charges

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Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia's most decorated soldier, was arrested at Sydney Airport on war crime charges, including murder, stemming from a five-year investigation. He faces five counts, including the death of Afghan farmer Ali Jan in 2012. This marks a historic moment as no high-profile Australian soldier has faced such serious criminal charges.

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