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US Completes Withdrawal of Troops from Iraq After 12-Year Mission

The U.S. military has officially completed its withdrawal from Iraq, concluding a 12-year mission against the Islamic State. This move is seen as a significant step for Iraq's sovereignty but raises concerns about the resurgence of IS and the future of Iranian-backed militias.

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