We Don't Want Americans Here: Iraq Tells U.S. Troops To 'Quickly' Exit Arab Nations. Will US React?

According to Reuters, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani of Iraq expressed a strong desire for a swift and organized departure of U.S-led military forces from the country. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of a negotiated exit, underlining the need for a diplomatic resolution to ensure a smooth withdrawal process. Although no specific deadline has been set, al-Sudani's remarks indicate a sense of urgency regarding the departure of foreign military forces. The Prime Minister characterized the presence of U.S.-led military forces in Iraq as destabilizing, particularly in the context of regional tensions and spillover effects from the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The increasing momentum behind the longstanding calls for the U.S.-led coalition's departure from Iraq is closely tied to the grievances of predominantly Shiite Muslim factions, many of whom maintain close ties to Iran. The situation has been exacerbated by a series of U.S. strikes targeting Iran-linked militant groups that are officially integrated into Iraq's formal security forces. The Shiite Muslim factions, influenced and supported by Iran, have been vocal advocates for the withdrawal of U.S.-led forces from Iraq for an extended period. These factions argue that the continued presence of foreign military forces in the country infringes upon its sovereignty and contributes to regional tensions. The recent escalation in their demands can be attributed to the perceived targeting of Iran-affiliated groups within Iraq's security apparatus by U.S. strikes. Could these calls by the prime minister of Iraq be justified? The bigger question also is that, would the US heed to these calls and withdrawal their presence? Stay tuned as we delve into related matters.