ISIS-linked women and children to return to Australia within days
A group of Australian women and children linked to ISIS is set to return to Australia after booking flights from Syria. The group consists of seven women and 13 children, with some women potentially facing terror-related charges upon arrival. The Australian government has stated that it is prepared for their return but will not assist them in the process.
- ▪The group has left the al-Roj refugee camp in Syria and is expected to arrive in Australia within days.
- ▪Nine members of the group are anticipated to land in Melbourne, while others will travel to Sydney.
- ▪Some women in the group may face terror-related charges upon their return to Australia.
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ISIS-linked women and children to return to Australia within daysBy political reporters Sara Tomevska and Courtney GouldTopic:Federal GovernmentMon 25 May 2026 at 5:23pmMon 25 May 2026 at 5:23pmMon 25 May 2026 at 5:23pmA group has left the al-Roj refugee camp. (ABC News: Baderkhan Ahmad)In short: Most of the remaining so-called ISIS bride cohort in Syria have booked tickets to return to Australia. The group of seven women and 13 children are expected to arrive in Australia within days.
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