Syrian refugee intake increased & airstrikes extended

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After much speculation, today the federal government announced plans to accept an additional 12,000 refugees fleeing war torn Syria. They will give priority to persecuted minorities, a factor concerning many. As well as this, Prime Minister Tony Abbott confirmed Australia will extend airstrikes in Syria. The news have left people asking, are we doing enough?

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