Iraq Celebrates National Sovereignty Day Amid US Troop Withdrawal

Just now September 30, 2026 1 min read 📰 Al Jazeera

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Iraq celebrated 'Sovereignty Day' with parades in Baghdad and Najaf as US troops completed their withdrawal. This event highlights Iraq's assertion of independence and control over its territory, which is significant for Iran given its influence in Iraqi politics.

Iraq’s security forces held parades in Baghdad and Najaf to celebrate ‘Sovereignty Day’ as US troops withdraw.

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📍 United States 100 👤 US 100 📍 Iraq 100 🏢 security forces 91 🏢 Iraqi security forces 91 🏢 Iran's security forces 75 📍 Najaf

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