# US forces leave Iraq, raising fears of Iran-backed militias amid power vacuum

https://mins.news/en/item/79518

- France 24, 2026-09-30 01:04 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260930-us-forces-leave-iraq-raising-fears-of-iran-backed-militias-amid-power-vacuum

> US troops are withdrawing from their remaining Iraqi bases on Wednesday, completing a pullout agreed under Joe Biden. Iraqi officials and analysts warn that the departure could embolden Iran-backed militias and create room for Islamic State fighters to rebuild their capabilities.

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