US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran
The United States has completed its military withdrawal from Iraq after more than two decades of presence in the country. The US military mission, which had focused on fighting ISIS for the past 12 years, ended with forces departing from their last bases. Iraq's government has declared this withdrawal marks a new era of sovereignty for the country. Iran and its allies view the US exit as a significant development that increases their influence in Iraq.
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2 developments- Sep 29US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran
- Sep 29Iraq: US troops withdraw from their Iraqi US-led Operation Inherent Resolve mission against ISIS after 12 years
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Iraq: US troops withdraw from their Iraqi US-led Operation Inherent Resolve mission against ISIS after 12 years
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