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'ISIS bride' to live 'peaceful existence' if granted bail, court hears (opens original article in a new tab)

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A grandmother accused of slavery offences linked to ISIS argues she would lead a restricted life if granted bail, with the court considering her psychological state and restrictions.

  • Kawsar Ahmad's lawyers argue she would lead a 'very confined' and 'peaceful existence' if granted bail to live with family in Melbourne.
  • The court heard Ahmad would agree to restrictions including a curfew, no mosque attendance, and phone use limits if bailed.
  • Ahmad is accused of teaching religious studies to a Yazidi slave and supporting IS in Syria, but prosecutors say she has denounced the group.

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