"These are people who have made the horrific choice to join a dangerous terrorist organisation and to place their children in an unspeakable situation."
"Any members of this cohort who have committed crimes can expect to face the full force of the law."
"Our world-class law enforcement and intelligence agencies have been preparing for their return since 2014 and have longstanding plans in place to manage and monitor them."
"The group have received no assistance from the government."
The Albanese government confirmed the return of four Australian women and nine children associated with suspected Islamic State fighters in Syria. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stated that these individuals made a grave choice to join a terrorist organization, endangering their children. He emphasized that any crimes committed by this group will be met with legal action. Law enforcement and intelligence agencies have been preparing for their return since 2014, with established plans to manage and monitor them. The group has not received government assistance.
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