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8½-Year Sentence for American Who Fought for ISIS Is Too Lenient, Says Sixth Circuit

The district court had departed downward from the Sentencing Guidelines' recommended sentence of 30 to 50 years.

Reason

Syrian refugee found guilty of raping 19-year-old in Bournemouth beach toilet attack

In a chilling case that has captured public attention, a Syrian asylum seeker named Mohammed Abdullah has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a young woman near Bournemouth's popular seaside.

The Times of India

Syria needs 'comprehensive security agreement' with Israel, foreign minister tells Euronews

Al-Shaibani calls for a return to the 1974 security agreement between Israel and Syria and demands the withdrawal from territories seized. Remarks coincide with high-level political dialogue between Damascus and Brussels.

Euronews

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Russian cargo ship sunk off Spain carried nuclear reactors for North Korea, probe reveals

Spanish investigators have discovered that the Russian cargo ship that sank in the Mediterranean in 2024 — originally believed to be part of a weapons retrieval mission to Syria — was secretly carrying nuclear reactor components bound for North Korea.

Euronews

'Forcing returns will lead to chaos in Syria,' foreign minister tells Euronews

Al-Shaibani held political discussion with the EU's top diplomat as the country looks for assistance to rebuild its economy. Kallas says Brussels can "accompany" transition but warns minorities must be protected.

Euronews

Russian cargo ship Ursa Major sinks after mysterious explosions off Spain

A Russian cargo ship, the Ursa Major, sank off Spain after explosions on December 23, 2024, carrying suspected nuclear reactor components possibly for North Korea. The vessel, previously used in Syria, experienced multiple blasts, leading to its sinking and the death of two crew members. A Russian military ship later…

The Times of India

One small country set the model for reintegrating ISIS families from Syria. Here’s what Australia can learn

After four women and nine children associated with Islamic State returned to Australia from Syria last week, the Australian Federal Police indicated some would be referred to community reintegration and countering violent extremism programs.

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Australian women accused of slavery in Islamic State territory in Syria face Melbourne court

Kawsar Ahmad, 53, also known as Abbas, and her daughter Zeinab Ahmad, 31, did not apply during brief hearing

The Guardian - AU

World’s most unsafe countries for women: Afghanistan, Yemen and Syria ranked lowest in global women safety index

Safety for women is often perceived as deeply divided, almost as if it exists in two different worlds at the same time. On the one hand, there are places where everyday life moves relatively peacefully. On the other hand, there are regions shaped by war, instability, and deep-rooted social challenges.…

The Times of India

Isis-linked Australian women returning from Syria charged with crimes against humanity

Australia’s department of home affairs estimates that more than 200 Australians, including men, women and children, travelled to Syria and Iraq between 2012 and 2019 to support or join the terrorist group

The Independent UK

What’s next for the ISIS families? This is how ‘de-radicalisation’ programs work in Australia

Amid great media attention, four women and nine children with links to Islamic State have returned from Syria to Australia.

The Conversation

3 Australian women back from Syria face slavery and terrorism charges over alleged IS links

Three women have been charged with slavery and terrorism offenses after they arrived home from Syria with another 10 Australians who police say are linked to the Islamic State group

The Independent UK

IS-linked women are facing a raft of criminal charges. A legal expert explains the laws at play

After multiple attempts to leave Syria, four ISIS-linked women (often referred to as “ISIS brides”) and nine children have arrived back in Australia.

The Conversation

Australian woman accused of joining Islamic State in Syria refused bail

Janai Safar, 32, will remain in custody in Sydney. Two other women facing separate charges are expected to apply for bail in Melbourne on Monday

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Morning Mail: woman charged with joining Islamic State, anger over drink branding, how Saudis sank Project Freedom

Three women arrested over terror-related offences after returning to Australia from Syria

AAP

First 'ISIS bride' fails in court bid for freedom

One of the so-called "ISIS brides" who arrived from the Middle East has been denied bail on terrorism charges while two more wait to know their fate.

The Times of India

Australia arrests 3 women returning from Syria over alleged IS links, slavery offences

Australian authorities apprehended three women returning from Syria with their children, facing potential slavery and terrorism charges. These repatriated individuals, previously held in Syrian detention camps after the Islamic State's collapse, now confront serious legal proceedings. The arrests highlight ongoing concerns about national security and the welfare of children involved.

The Guardian - AU

Three women linked to IS charged over alleged actions in Syria after returning to Australia

Two women charged in Melbourne on Friday with another charged in Sydney on Thursday night after group of 13 fly home

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Australia says it’s ready to handle return of Isis-linked families from Syria

Police chief says some members of returning group will be arrested and charged and others kept under investigation

The Guardian - AU

‘We just want our children to be safe’: two Australian states prepare to resettle children from Syrian detention camp

Four women and nine children expected to return to Australia on Thursday with all apart from a mother and her child expected to go to Victoria

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: IS-linked women returning to Australia; Trump pauses ‘Project Freedom’; and The Rolling Stones’ new album

Government promises returnees will face ‘full force of the law’ upon arrival

The Independent UK

Police say Australian women with alleged IS ties face charges on return from Syria

Police say number of Australian women with alleged ties to Islamic State group militants face charges if they return from Syria

The Conversation

ISIS families to return to Australia, with police waiting to make arrests

Four of the so-called “ISIS brides” and nine children are set to arrive in Australia from Syria imminently, with the Australian Federal Police ready to make arrests.

The Guardian - AU

Charges flagged as women and children from IS-linked families set to fly from Syria to Australia

Home affairs minister Tony Burke says government continues to refuse to help the group of 13

AAP

Islamic State-linked cohort to face arrest on return

A group of 13 women and children are set to return to Australia after years spent in a Syrian refugee camp following the fall of Islamic State.

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