Australian authorities have charged a woman with terrorism offences after she allegedly travelled to Syria to join Islamic State. British counter-terrorism officials shared intelligence that led to the arrest. The suspect, a 32-year-old Australian citizen, was detained at Sydney Airport upon her return from the Middle East.
She faces charges of membership in a terrorist organisation and preparation for incursion into foreign countries for the purpose of engaging in hostile activities. The case underscores the continued cooperation between Five Eyes intelligence partners in tracking individuals who attempt to join extremist groups. The woman's identity has not been released.
She is expected to appear in court later this week.
