While the eventual departure of U.S. forces is broadly popular among Iraqis, those who worry about the strength of the Iran-backed groups fear the withdrawal is premature
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Iraqi security experts say the withdrawal could give Tehran and its powerful allies free rein, while also allowing other US enemies to stage a comeback, including Islamic State
