West Asia
US Ends Two-Decade Military Presence in Iraq, Raising Fears of a New Security Vacuum
The two-decade-long US military presence in Iraq ended on Wednesday with the celebration of “Sovereignty Days”, a national holiday. Some analysts warn that the exit could create a security vacuum, giving Iran a greater chance to influence the country’s domestic conflicts. Pentagon Spokesperson Sean Parnell said, “This milestone reflects the success of a 12-year campaign […]