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Iraq's Independence Day Paradoxes
The article discusses Iraq's celebration of the withdrawal of international forces from its territory on September 30, 2026, which is considered a step toward restoring national sovereignty after five years of coalition presence led by the United States in 2014. However, the article highlights several contradictions, including the unclear date of the sovereignty day due to previous celebrations in 2011, and emphasizes that Iraqi security forces are responsible for security after the withdrawal, despite the coalition's support in confronting ISIS. It also points out that Iranian influence and continued external interventions hinder the achievement of true sovereignty, especially with statements from Iranian officials and the interference of Iran-backed armed factions. The article demonstrates that the withdrawal of foreign military forces does not necessarily mean an end to external control over Iraqi decision-making, as domestic and external challenges still exist and continue to impact Iraq's independence.
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