Ben Roberts-Smith
Ben Roberts-Smith is a former Australian soldier and recipient of the Victoria Cross, who has been embroiled in legal battles over allegations of war crimes, culminating in a significant defamation case against media outlets.
Born on Jan 01, 1977 (48 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 6 | 2.67 | 0.42% | +50% | 25,499,884 | 160,601 | $1,380,000 | 8,691$ |
| Totals | 6 | 25,499,884 | 160,601 | $1,380,000 | 8,691$ |
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Recent Mentions
Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith is described as Australia’s most decorated living soldier who has been accused of being a war criminal.
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Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith is being investigated by the OSI for his involvement in executions in Afghanistan.
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Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith is involved in a controversial case regarding war crimes during his service.
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Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith is described as a disgraced soldier who has been found complicit in the murder of unarmed prisoners.
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Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith’s failed defamation appeal brought a legal first.
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Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith is involved in a defamation case regarding allegations of war crimes during his service.
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Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith has been involved in a civil defamation case regarding allegations of unlawful killings in Afghanistan.
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New Zealand:
Ben Roberts-Smith’s war crimes appeal was dismissed by Australia’s Federal Court, implicating him in the murder of four unarmed Afghan prisoners.
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Switzerland:
Ben Roberts-Smith, once celebrated as a national hero, has been found to have committed war crimes in Afghanistan.
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Australia:
Ben Roberts-Smith was involved in a legal case regarding allegations of war crimes.
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