Roberts-Smith Loses War Crimes Appeal: Lawyers Leave Court Amid Media Frenzy

Ben Roberts-Smith's appeal against war crimes defamation verdict fails. Sydney, Australia – May 16, 2025. Former SAS soldier Ben Roberts-Smith lost his appeal today against a landmark defamation decision. The Federal Court previously found that Roberts-Smith had committed war crimes in Afghanistan. The video shows lawyers for Roberts-Smith and Nine Newspapers leaving the court following the decision. The atmosphere was tense, with numerous reporters surrounding the lawyers as they exited. While no direct quotes from the lawyers are audible in the video, the visual evidence strongly supports the news of the appeal's failure. The case has drawn significant public attention and raises important questions about accountability for alleged war crimes. The outcome underscores the ongoing scrutiny of military conduct during conflicts.