Australia Declines Repatriation of ISIS-Linked Citizens from Syria
The Australian government has firmly stated it will not assist in the repatriation of citizens linked to ISIS held in Syrian camps, despite recent attempts by families to leave these facilities. Prime Minister Albanese has emphasized that the decision arises from security concerns, asserting that those with ISIS ties must bear the consequences of their choices. Following a failed escape attempt, 34 women and children were turned back after leaving the Roj camp, prompting criticism and raising political tensions around the issue. Security agencies are advising the government on the situation, yet officials maintain a strict stance against facilitating the return of ISIL relatives, reiterating that Australia will not assist those they deem as having made deliberate choices to affiliate with terrorist organizations.
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