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US forces complete Iraq withdrawal, boosting Iran's regional influence

US forces are concluding their withdrawal from Iraq, marking the end of a two-decade presence. This departure is viewed by some as a strategic win for Iran and its allies, potentially increasing their influence in the region. Security analysts suggest that the withdrawal could embolden pro-Iranian militias and possibly allow for the resurgence of groups like the Islamic State. AI

RANK_REASON Major geopolitical policy shift with significant regional implications. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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US forces complete Iraq withdrawal, boosting Iran's regional influence

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    US forces set to complete withdrawal from Iraq after 2 decades

    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 security experts say the withdraw…