"Judge Greg Grogin stated that Roberts-Smith was entitled to the presumption of innocence, despite the seriousness of the charges if proven, and noted that the case was likely to take 'years' to reach trial."
"Prosecutor Simon Buchen described the charges against Roberts-Smith as 'among the most serious known to the criminal law,' expressing concerns that he might flee Australia or interfere with witnesses."
"Roberts-Smith is accused of shooting two victims himself and ordering his subordinates to kill three others, following a landmark military report that found evidence of unlawful killings by elite troops."
Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia's most-decorated living war veteran, was granted bail with travel restrictions after being charged with five counts of war crimes related to the killings of unarmed Afghan civilians. Judge Greg Grogin emphasized the presumption of innocence and noted that the trial could take years. Prosecutors opposed bail, citing concerns that Roberts-Smith might flee or interfere with evidence. The charges stem from a 2020 military report revealing unlawful killings by elite troops, with Roberts-Smith accused of directly participating in some of these acts.
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