A closer look at “Former Diplomats Weigh In on US Withdrawal from Iraq and Regional Future”, exactly as the source publishes it. forces formally withdrew from Iraq today, marking the end of a long and turbulent military presence. The withdrawal brought celebrations in the capital, but also concern about what comes next. For insight and analysis, Geoff Bennett spoke with James Jeffrey and Feisal Istrabadi. Jeffrey was ambassador to Iraq under President Obama, and Istrabadi served as Iraq's ambassador to the UN.
The two diplomats offer contrasting views on the withdrawal's implications. Jeffrey discusses the strategic risks, including the potential resurgence of ISIS and Iran's expanding influence. Istrabadi provides an Iraqi perspective, emphasizing the desire for sovereignty and the challenges of rebuilding a nation. The conversation also touches on the future of U.S.-Iraq relations and the broader Middle East. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.