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US President Donald Trump meets Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi as both countries confirm the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq by September 2026.
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US Troops to Leave Iraq by September 30, Ending 23-Year Mission

The United States will complete the withdrawal of its remaining troops from Iraq by September 30, 2026, officially ending a military presence that began with the 2003 invasion of the country. The announcement signals a major shift in US-Iraq relations as both governments say Iraqi security forces are now capable of handling the nation’s security...

Military vessels near the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed US blockade on Iranian ports and rising Middle East tensions.
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US Restores Iran Port Blockade as Hormuz Truce Unravels

The United States has reinstated its blockade on Iranian ports after accusing Tehran of targeting vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz, a move that has significantly increased tensions in the Middle East and placed a fragile ceasefire under severe strain. The renewed restrictions come as diplomatic efforts to prevent further conflict continue to lose...