Ben Roberts-Smith launches a personal brand ahead of his war-crimes trial

Ben Roberts-Smith has launched a personal brand with a promotional video as he awaits trial on five war-crimes charges, to help fund his defence.

It raises questions about public fundraising before a trial.

If you follow the case, note that the charges are unproven.

He is entitled to the presumption of innocence.

DailyDrop Australia edition No. 13 · Morning · SAT., OCT. 17, 2026

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