NewzThe US-led coalition, which has been stationed in Iraq since 2014 to combat jihadist forces, officially concluded its military mission on Wednesday. In response to the withdrawal, the Iraqi government has scheduled celebrations for Sovereignty Day on October 1 to mark the transition.
While Iraqi leadership has expressed support for the end of the mission, the development has prompted concerns regarding regional security. Specifically, some observers fear that the departure of coalition forces may embolden pro-Iran armed factions operating within the country.
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