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Australia Repatriates 13 Women and Children from Syria
A group of 13 women and children with alleged Islamic State links have returned to Australia, authorities said. Some of the returnees could face arrest while the children are expected to enter community reintegration and support programmes. The development marks the latest repatriation involving Australians linked to the extremist group.
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A group of 13 women and children with alleged Islamic State links have returned to Australia, @SkyNews reported. Authorities have confirmed some of the returned group could be arrested. The figure comprises the total number of women and children who returned, all of whom have alleged Islamic State links.
The children are expected to enter community reintegration and support programmes once back in Australia. Officials did not specify how many in the group of 13 face potential arrest or the precise timing of any law enforcement action. The returned individuals have alleged Islamic State links, according to authorities.
No further details on their specific circumstances or length of time abroad were disclosed in the initial confirmation.
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