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US Military Completes Withdrawal of Troops from Iraq

The US military has completed its troop withdrawal from Iraq as of September 30, 2026, concluding a 12-year mission against the Islamic State group. The departure was marked by a handover ceremony led by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, who emphasized Iraq's sovereignty. Concerns remain in the Kurdish region regarding security following the withdrawal.

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The US military has completed its troop withdrawal from Iraq as of September 30, 2026, concluding a 12-year mission against the Islamic State group. The departure was marked by a handover ceremony led by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, who emphasized Iraq's sovereignty. Concerns remain in the Kurdish region regarding security following the withdrawal.

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