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Former SAS corporal Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia's most decorated living soldier, has been charged with unlawful killings during the Afghanistan military campaign and is set to appear in court.

Decorated Ex-Soldier Charged with War Crimes

Ben Roberts-Smith, a former SAS corporal and Victoria Cross recipient, and Australia's most decorated living soldier, is scheduled to appear in a Sydney local court today. He was arrested by the AFP (Australian Federal Police) on Tuesday and has been charged with unlawful killings committed during Australia's military campaign in Afghanistan.

Prime Minister Advances Singapore Trip Amid Fuel Crisis

Separately, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has brought forward his trip to Singapore. This decision comes as part of efforts to secure petrol supplies amidst an ongoing fuel crisis. Further details regarding the visit and the fuel situation have not been disclosed.

*Source: The Guardian World (2026-04-07)*

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