What’s next for the Aussie ‘ISIS brides’ trapped in Syria
Feb 19, 2026 •
They’re known as the ISIS brides. 11 women and 23 kids who, for nearly a decade, have languished in a dusty desert detention camp in Northern Syria. Some of the children have known no other home.
But the PM insists the group, who are all Australian citizens, aren’t welcome here.
Thwarted at the last minute, as they tried to make their way back home this week. The group is now in limbo once more.
Today, Greens Senator David Shoebridge and Syria expert Josh Landis on the threat of radicalisation, the hope of rehabilitation, and what happens next for these Australians as chaos takes hold in Syria.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
What’s next for the Aussie ‘ISIS brides’ trapped in Syria
1824 • Feb 19, 2026
What’s next for the Aussie ‘ISIS brides’ trapped in Syria
They’re known as the ISIS brides. 11 women and 23 kids who, for nearly a decade, have languished in a dusty desert detention camp in Northern Syria. Some of the children have known no other home.
But the PM insists the group, who are all Australian citizens, aren’t welcome here.
Thwarted at the last minute, as they tried to make their way back home this week. The group is now in limbo once more.
Today, Greens Senator David Shoebridge and Syria expert Josh Landis on the threat of radicalisation, the hope of rehabilitation, and what happens next for these Australians as chaos takes hold in Syria.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Greens Senator David Shoebridge & Syria expert Dr. Joshua Landis
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