Iraq PM requests US withdrawal to disarm armed groups

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced a plan for the complete withdrawal of the multinational anti-Islamic State coalition from Iraq, emphasizing that disarming local factions is contingent upon this departure. He articulated the necessity of U.S. forces leaving to facilitate the disarmament process. The statement highlights ongoing discussions about Iraq’s security and sovereignty in the context of international military presence. This plan aims to enhance Iraq’s stability and governance as it moves toward self-reliance.

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