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Once seen as a war hero, Australian ex-soldier will stand trial for alleged war crimes

NPR | By Kristina Kukolja

Published April 8, 2026 at 5:59 PM CDT

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Until a few years ago, Ben Roberts-Smith was one of Australia's most celebrated war heroes. But now, he will stand trial for alleged war crimes committed in Afghanistan.