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US troop withdrawal from Iraq

United States armed forces have completed their withdrawal from key military bases in Iraq, concluding the long-running Operation Inherent Resolve mission against ISIS. The pullout has raised regional security concerns over potential power vacuums and the influence of Iran-backed militias. Iraqi authorities face a complex security balancing act as domestic forces assume full responsibility for national defence.

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US forces leave Iraq, raising fears of Iran-backed militias amid power vacuum

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US forces are withdrawing from their remaining bases in Iraq on Wednesday, completing a pullout agreed under former president Joe Biden as fears grow over the security vacuum it could leave. Iraqi officials and analysts warn the departure could embolden Iran-backed militias and give Islamic State fighters room to rebuild their capabilities.

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