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September 30, 2026 10:52 AM

US forces exit Iraq, emboldening Iran’s proxies and Islamic State

US forces withdraw from their remaining bases in Iraq on Wednesday, raising fears they will leave behind a security vacuum, further embolden Iranian-backed militias and give the resurgent Islamic State group an opening to regroup. The departure, cel...

September 29, 2026 1:41 PM

US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran

US forces are set to pull out from their last bases in Iraq by Wednesday, a departure celebrated as a victory by Iran and its allies who now have deep influence in the country where 4,500 Americans died during more than two decades of war. Iraqi sec...

September 27, 2026 9:29 AM

U.S. exits Iraq after 23 years; mission accomplished?

After 23 years, the last American boots are leaving Iraqi soil. Come 30th September, the military mission that began with the 2003 invasion will officially be over. But is this a true exit or just a shift next door? What does it mean for Iraq, Iran, ...

July 29, 2026 5:26 PM

Explainer: Who are Iraq’s Iranian-backed armed groups?

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have struck Iran-backed Shi'ite armed groups in Iraq, which the allies said were responsible for drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities. The attacks have put the spotlight on the militias that wield enormous political and mi...

Last updated on: 17th October 2026

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