Iraq is initiating a process to regain state control over armed groups by pushing for the withdrawal of foreign coalition forces from both Iraq and Kurdistan.
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Updated sep 28
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Iraq is initiating a process to regain state control over armed groups by pushing for the withdrawal of foreign coalition forces from both Iraq and Kurdistan.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- US military forces withdrew from Iraq, leading to celebrations of sovereignty and benefits for Iran-backed groups.Sub-event
US military withdrawal creates security vacuum in Iraq and Kurdistan.1 source
- Iraqi militias and the KRG are making specific demands for the withdrawal of US and Turkish forces, pushing for greater state control in Iraq.Sub-event
- Hezbollah demands Turkish withdrawal from KRG as Iraqi militias push for state control and US withdrawal.Sub-event
- Political efforts are underway to manage US withdrawal from Iraq.Sub-event
Iraq seeks state control over armed actors via withdrawal of foreign coalition forces.1 source
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