Ben Roberts-Smith to remain in jail following bail hearing over war crimes charges

Former SAS soldier and Victoria Cross-recipient, who has always denied wrongdoing, did not immediately apply for bail on Wednesday Follow our Australia news live blog for latest...

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Guardian: Ben Roberts-Smith to remain in jail following bail hearing over war crimes charges.

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Ben Roberts-Smith to remain in jail following bail hearing over war crimes charges

Guardian •published Apr 8, 2026, 12:09 AM UTC •fetched Apr 8, 2026, 12:13 AM UTC