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flag U.S. to reduce troops in Iraq, transitioning to bilateral defense partnership by 2026.

flag Next week, the U.S. is set to announce a troop reduction in Iraq, transitioning from an anti-ISIS military mission to a bilateral defense partnership. flag Negotiations suggest a complete withdrawal of approximately 2,500 troops by the end of 2026. flag This shift aims to strengthen U.S.-Iraq relations and address ongoing security concerns, despite the persistent threat of ISIS. flag Iraqi leaders emphasize the need for a diminished U.S. presence as stability returns to the country.

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