Australian Defence Force (ADF)

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is Australia's military organization responsible for defending the country and its interests. Recent news coverage centers on Ben Roberts-Smith, the country's most decorated living soldier who left the ADF in 2013. He has been charged with five counts of the war crime of murder, stemming from alleged incidents during his service in Afghanistan. Roberts-Smith was arrested at Sydney airport and is facing court proceedings, including a bail hearing. This case is significant due to the high profile of the accused, the gravity of the charges, and the potential implications for the ADF's reputation and accountability regarding conduct during overseas deployments. The case also follows a previous defamation judgement against Roberts-Smith in 2023.