US Transfers Ain al-Assad Base to Iraqi Forces

The United States is set to transfer control of the Ain al-Assad military base to Iraqi forces, marking a significant shift as this base was one of the last U.S. military strongholds in the region. The base had previously been targeted by Iranian ballistic missiles in 2020 following the U.S. assassination of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. This handover reflects ongoing changes in U.S. military presence and strategy in Iraq amidst regional tensions. The move is part of broader efforts to stabilize Iraq and enhance its sovereignty.

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