Iran poised to exploit security vacuum as US forces leave Iraq after more than two decades of war
DW · 5 Oct 2026

Iran poised to exploit security vacuum as US forces leave Iraq after more than two decades of war

The end of the US military mission in Iraq leaves the Kurdistan region facing a severe security vacuum. As Erbil grapples with deep internal divisions, Tehran is well positioned to make strategic gains.


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