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The Straits TimesNews report · Sep 29, 6:07 AM
US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran
Iraqi security experts say the withdrawal could give Tehran and its powerful allies free rein.
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US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran
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What happened Iraqi security experts say the withdrawal could give Tehran and its powerful allies free rein.
The headline split The Straits Times frames it as "US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran". CNA Singapore frames it as "US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran".
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Times of IsraelNews report · Sep 29, 8:18 AM
US forces to exit Iraq after decades, leaving gap for Iran and fear of ISIS attacks
As Shiite groups celebrate withdrawal of American troops, Sunni tribal leader in Fallujah warns Iraq 'not fully ready' to secure itself, and 'creating a vacuum is what all Iraqis fear'
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South China Morning PostNews report · Sep 29, 7:03 AM
US forces set to complete withdrawal from Iraq after 2 decades
US forces are set to pull out from their last bases in Iraq by Wednesday, a departure celebrated as a victory by Iran and its allies who now have deep influence in the country where 4,500...
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CNA SingaporeNews report · Sep 29, 6:44 AM
US forces exit Iraq after two decades, leaving opening for Iran
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