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Australian government refuses assistance for 13 suspected ISIS detainees’ return

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stated on Monday that the Australian government would not assist 13 suspected ISIS detainees if they are released from Iraqi prisons. Burke emphasized a commitment to using legal powers to delay or restrict their return, stating, 'I won’t lift a finger to help them.' The government continues to monitor former Australian ISIS fighters closely.

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Published 12 Jul 2026, 22:19 UTC · Updated 12 Jul 2026, 22:20 UTC

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