Australian authorities have welcomed a group of 13 women and children who have finally arrived in the country after being held captive in Syrian detention camps for over seven years. The group's release comes after the fall of the Islamic State, a militant group that once controlled a significant portion of Syria. However, their freedom may be short-lived, as some of the adult women are expected to face arrest and possible criminal charges related to their alleged involvement with the terrorist organization. The Australian Federal Police are set to provide an update on Thursday, shedding more light on the potential charges, which include terrorism and slavery-related offenses.
The group of 13 women and children left Syria for Australia on Wednesday, with authorities saying some adults may be chargedThirteen women and children have landed in Australia, after being detained for more than seven years in Syrian detention camps following the fall of Islamic State.Some of the women may face arrest and possible criminal charges – including terrorism and slavery related offences – with the Australian federal police (AFP) expected to provide an update later on Thursday. Continue reading...
