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Turkey to withdraw troops from Bashiqa-Zilkan camp in northern Iraq

Turkey announced a gradual handover of the Bashiqa-Zilkan military base to Iraqi authorities, ending a decade-long presence since 2015. This marks a significant reversal in Turkey's military posture in Iraq, likely driven by improved bilateral relations and shifting regional dynamics. The withdrawal could alter the security balance in northern Iraq, affecting counter-ISIS operations and Kurdish regional dynamics.

Euronewsabout 19 hours agoTR, IQengCredibility 52%View source

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#troop withdrawal #military base #bilateral relations #security #iraq #turkey

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BashiqaZilkannorthern Iraq

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Turkey to Withdraw from Bashiqa-Zilkan Base in Northern Iraq

Turkey has announced a gradual withdrawal of its troops from the Bashiqa-Zilkan military base in northern Iraq, with a handover to Iraqi authorities. This marks a significant reversal of Turkey's decade-long military presence, driven by improved bilateral relations. The specific timeline and conditions of the withdrawal, as well as its impact on regional security dynamics and counter-ISIS operations, remain unclear.

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