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Ben Roberts-Smith released on bail while facing war crime charges

Ben Roberts-Smith, a former SAS soldier facing war crime charges, was granted bail on Friday by Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court. The 47-year-old must comply with strict conditions, including surrendering his passport, as he awaits a court appearance on June 4. Roberts-Smith is charged with the murders of five unarmed Afghan detainees between 2009 and 2012.

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