Iran poised to exploit security vacuum as US leaves Iraq
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The end of the US military mission in Iraq leaves the Kurdistan region facing a severe security vacuum. As Erbil grapples with deep internal divisions, Tehran is well positioned to make strategic gains.
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- Iran poised to exploit security vacuum as US leaves IraqDeutsche Welle