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Dominic Giannini

Failed appeal marks end of the line for whistleblower

Whistleblower David McBride was sentenced to five years and eight months jail in 2024. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

The man who blew the whistle on allegations Australian special forces solders committed war crimes has lost his final appeal as he remains behind bars.

David McBride sought leave from the High Court to appeal his imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to obtaining and disseminating classified defence information.

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