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Tony Burke warns Australia faces legal challenges in blocking ISIS fighters

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke warned that Australia faces legal hurdles in blocking 13 suspected ISIS fighters from returning home. He emphasized the complex legal requirements for issuing temporary exclusion orders, citing previous difficulties with similar cases. Burke declared that individuals returning would face intensive scrutiny and potential charges if sufficient evidence is available.

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Published 13 Jul 2026, 07:44 UTC · Updated 13 Jul 2026, 07:50 UTC

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