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'America is leaving Iraq, but Iran isn't: Withdrawal a massive strategic and tactical mistake'

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Briefings

An investigative report by Erin Ogunkeye and Bamo Nouri examines the strategic implications of the US withdrawal from Iraq, arguing that while sovereignty may be restored, Iraq lacks the political cohesion, security capacity, and economic independence required to exercise it effectively. The article highlights the shift in global power dynamics and questions the sustainability of the new regime's stability.

Key points

• The article identifies a profound shift in the balance of power within Iraq following the end of US military presence.
• It questions whether Iraq possesses the necessary political cohesion, security capacity, and economic independence to exercise sovereignty.

Context and limitations

Evidence covers the strategic implications of US withdrawal, but does not provide specific dates of the withdrawal, casualty figures, or detailed economic data.

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