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US forces exit Iraq, emboldening Iran’s proxies and Islamic State
By ReutersSouth Africa
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US forces ended their mission in Iraq on Wednesday, raising fears they will leave behind a security vacuum, further embolden Iranian-backed Shi'ite militias and give the resurgent Islamic State group an opening to regroup.
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- September 30, 2026
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