Ali al-Zaidi

Iran’s influence to rise as US Troops exit Iraq

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An Iraqi soldier stays stationed on his post as a U.S. military convoy leaves a military compound at sunset, with the Iraqi flag, concrete barriers, and base buildings in the background.

Iran’s Influence to Rise as US Troops Exit Iraq After more than two decades, the last American troops are leaving Iraq. They will be gone from their final bases by Wednesday, September 30. This exit ends more than 20 years of American military presence in Iraq. Iran and its allies are calling it a victory, … Read more

Trump and al-Zaidi Seek to Deepen US-Iraq Economic Partnership

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Image showing Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi shake hands during a White House meeting highlighting US-Iraq ties.

Trump and al-Zaidi Seek to Deepen US-Iraq Economic Partnership President Donald Trump said the United States plans to pursue major commercial deals with Iraq following his meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi at the White House. Speaking to reporters, Trump described Iraq as a country with “tremendous potential” because of its vast oil reserves. … Read more