Last Australian women and children linked to IS leave Syrian camp before expected return home – report
The last remaining Australian women and children linked to Islamic State have reportedly left the al-Roj camp in Syria. They are expected to return to Australia soon, although the government has not confirmed their departure. Upon arrival, they may face legal repercussions similar to previous returnees.
- ▪The group consists of seven women and 14 children, all Australian citizens with travel documents.
- ▪Federal minister Tanya Plibersek stated they will face the same consequences as earlier returnees.
- ▪Some women may face terror-related charges upon their return to Australia.
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Woman and children at al-Roj camp in Syria in April. The last remaining Australians at the camp have now reportedly left. Photograph: Orhan Qereman/ReutersView image in fullscreenWoman and children at al-Roj camp in Syria in April. The last remaining Australians at the camp have now reportedly left. Photograph: Orhan Qereman/ReutersAustralia newsLast Australian women and children linked to IS leave Syrian camp before expected return home – reportFederal minister Tanya Plibersek says the group will face same repercussions on arrival in Australia as previous returnees Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Ben Doherty and Dan Jervis-BardyThu 21 May 2026 20.56 EDTLast modified on Thu 21 May 2026 20.57 EDTSharePrefer…
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