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The News
According to BBC News, the last British and American forces have withdrawn from Iraq in accordance with an agreement reached two years ago, which was a key demand of the Iraqi government.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
From an analytical perspective, this withdrawal represents a turning point in the military relationship between Iraq and Western powers. The presence of American and British military forces in Iraq since 2003 was part of efforts to combat terrorism, particularly against the Islamic State. In a broader context, this event reflects a shift in Iraq's national security policy from dependence on Western powers to strengthening military capability and national independence.
