Australian Whistleblower Sentenced for Exposing War Crimes

David McBride receives nearly six years in prison for leaking classified documents revealing alleged misconduct by Australian forces in Afghanistan.

David McBride, a former army lawyer, leaked documents that led to reports of alleged war crimes by Australian soldiers.
McBride's sentencing has drawn criticism from human rights advocates and press freedom groups.
The leaked documents formed the basis of a 2017 TV series detailing the alleged war crimes.
No Australian soldiers have been criminally charged for the alleged war crimes McBride exposed.
Critics argue the case highlights the need for stronger whistleblower protections in Australia.