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• International · 2026-09-30

  United States Completes Military Withdrawal From Iraq

  The United States has finished withdrawing all military forces from Iraq, ending a presence that began with the 2003 invasion and included a twelve-year campaign against the Islamic State. According to Reuters, the withdrawal could strengthen Iran-aligned proxy groups and remaining Islamic State elements still operating in Iraq.

• International · 2026-10-04

  United States completes military withdrawal from Iraq after 23 years

  The United States has finished withdrawing its military forces from Iraq, ending a presence that began with the 2003 invasion and continued through a twelve-year campaign against the Islamic State. The Iran-backed militia Kata'ib Hezbollah announced it would suspend military operations while keeping its weapons, though analysts warn the withdrawal could strengthen Iranian-aligned groups and remaining Islamic State forces in the country.

• International · 2026-10-01

  US completes military withdrawal from Iraq after 23-year presence

  The United States has completed its withdrawal of military forces from Iraq, ending a military presence that lasted 23 years and began with the 2003 invasion. The departure raises concerns about regional stability, as Iran-backed militias and Islamic State remnants could gain influence. Following the American exit, the Iran-backed militia Kata'ib Hezbollah announced it would suspend military operations but retain its weapons to defend Iraqi airspace.

• International · 2026-10-02

  Kata'ib Hezbollah Suspends Military Activities Following US Withdrawal from Iraq

  Ahmad al-Hamidawi, leader of the Iran-aligned Iraqi paramilitary group Kata'ib Hezbollah, has announced a suspension of the group's military activities following the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq, with the exception of targeting hostile aircraft that violate Iraqi airspace. A spokesperson for the broader umbrella organisation stated that negotiations with the Iraqi government regarding the group's weapons had failed to reach an agreement.

• International · 2026-10-04

  Iraq Transports 2 Million Barrels of Crude Oil Through Strait of Hormuz

  Iraq's Oil Tankers Company announced the successful transport of two million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Reuters and Arab News. The shipment demonstrates the continued flow of Iraqi oil exports through this strategic waterway despite heightened regional tensions.

• International · 2026-09-13

  Houthi forces seize Yemen's entire Red Sea coast and control Bab el-Mandeb strait

  Iran-backed Houthi fighters have captured Yemen's entire Red Sea coastline, including Mokha port and Mayyun Island, giving them control of the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a critical waterway for global shipping between Asia and Europe. The offensive has displaced approximately 80,000 civilians and triggered Saudi airstrikes, whilst President Trump attributed a separate drone attack that disabled a major Saudi oil pipeline to Iranian involvement.

• International · 2026-09-13

  World marks 25th anniversary of September 11 attacks amid controversy over Trump's remarks

  The United States and cities worldwide held ceremonies on 11 September to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the al-Qaeda attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people. The anniversary renewed focus on the long-term health effects experienced by those exposed to toxic dust at Ground Zero, and controversy arose after President Trump made disputed claims about his personal actions on the day of the attacks.

• International · 2026-09-11

  World commemorates 25th anniversary of September 11 attacks

  The United States and cities worldwide held ceremonies on 11 September to commemorate the 25th anniversary of al-Qaeda attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania. Survivors, families of victims and officials participated in memorial events, though controversy arose over statements President Trump made about his actions on the day of the attacks.