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Iraq Prepares for US-led Military Coalition Withdrawal by September 30
Iraq is set to conclude the US-led military coalition's mission by September 30, 2026, amid significant security and political challenges. The withdrawal includes the removal of US air defense systems in Erbil, raising concerns about Iraq's ability to defend against external threats, particularly from Iran. Analysts emphasize the importance of managing domestic security and regulating weapons as the country transitions to a new phase of sovereignty.
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Lieutenant General Abdul Amir al-Shammari
Qasim al-Araji
Ali al-Zaidi
Iyad al-Anbar
Marlin Hardinger
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Iraq is set to conclude the US-led military coalition's mission by September 30, 2026, amid significant security and political challenges. The withdrawal includes the removal of US air defense systems in Erbil, raising concerns about Iraq's ability to defend against external threats, particularly from Iran. Analysts emphasize the importance of managing domestic security and regulating weapons as the country transitions to a new phase of sovereignty.
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