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US forces exit Iraq, raising fears of Iran-backed militias
Original: US forces leave Iraq, raising fears of Iran-backed militias amid power vacuum
The United States has withdrawn its forces from Iraq, completing a departure that ends a military presence spanning two decades. Observers warn the withdrawal could leave a power vacuum in which Iran-backed militias expand their influence, deepening concerns over Iraq's stability and sovereignty. Regional analysts are watching closely for how Baghdad balances ties between Washington and Tehran in the aftermath.
Why now: The US withdrawal is a major geopolitical shift prompting debate over whether Iran-aligned armed groups will fill the resulting security gap.
United StatesIraqIranIran-backed militias
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