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U.S. Forces Withdraw from Iraq, Marking End of Military Presence

U.S. forces completed their withdrawal from Iraq on September 30, 2026, ending a long military presence. While the withdrawal was celebrated in Baghdad, concerns persist regarding regional stability and security threats from Iran-backed groups and the Islamic State. Former diplomats provided insights on the implications of the withdrawal and the future of Iraq.

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Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi James Jeffrey Feisal Istrabadi Geoff Bennett

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U.S. forces completed their withdrawal from Iraq on September 30, 2026, ending a long military presence. While the withdrawal was celebrated in Baghdad, concerns persist regarding regional stability and security threats from Iran-backed groups and the Islamic State. Former diplomats provided insights on the implications of the withdrawal and the future of Iraq.

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Former diplomats assess U.S. withdrawal from Iraq and region's future

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U.S. Forces Withdraw from Iraq, Marking End of Military Presence