Russia Welcomes US Troop Withdrawal From Iraq, Says Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman
Maria Zakharova said the move allows Iraqi forces to strengthen the country's defense capabilities independently.
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Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Moscow welcomes the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq, according to TASS.
Zakharova said the withdrawal would allow the Iraqi army and law enforcement agencies to strengthen the country's defense capabilities and ensure national security independently.
She did not specify a timeline for the full withdrawal or offer further details about Russia's broader position on the US military presence in the region.
The statement reflects Moscow's long-standing position favoring reduced foreign military presence in the Middle East.
Sources
- Russia welcomes US troop withdrawal from Iraq — diplomat — TASS (Russia)
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