Return of IS-linked families sparks debate in terror-traumatised Australia
Most Australians do not want the women and children to come home, but advocates say they're in danger.
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"If you make your bed, you have to lie in it."
— Anthony Albanese , Politician
"I didn't make this bed. We are now forced to suffer for the decisions that other people - other male influencers - have made on our behalf."
— Zahra Ahmed , Activist
"The quicker they come to Australia, the safer it is for all of Australia and for themselves."
— Jamal Rifi , Activist
Key People
Anthony Albanese is the Prime Minister of Australia.
A Sydney doctor advocating for the safe return of Australian families trapped in Syria.
A woman who returned to Australia from Syria with her family and has been charged with crimes related to her travels.
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Most Australians do not want the women and children to come home, but advocates say they're in danger.
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