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Story summary
- Since the Syrian government took control of al-Hawl camp, most families of suspected Islamic State fighters have left.
- About 6,000 women and children have fled, often chaotically.
- Many moved to Idlib after uncoordinated escapes once the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces abandoned facility.
- An NGO worker warned the disorganized release could expose women and children to trafficking and extremist recruitment.
- Humanitarian workers fear for their safety as former detainees remain unaccounted for.
