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US Forces Complete Withdrawal from Iraq, 23 Years After Saddam's Ouster

American forces have exited Iraq, marking the end of a military presence that began over two decades ago. The withdrawal comes 23 years after a US-led coalition toppled dictator Saddam Hussein in 2003. That intervention set off prolonged instability and chaos across the country and the wider region. The turmoil eventually gave rise to the Islamic State militant group, which terrorised large parts of Iraq and Syria. The departure is overshadowed by renewed concerns that ISIS could exploit the security vacuum and stage a resurgence.

Congress Demands Modi, Shah Resignations Over Alleged Electoral Roll Manipulation

The Congress Working Committee has called for the resignations of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah over alleged vote manipulation. Rahul Gandhi raised concerns about the integrity of electoral rolls and claimed votes were being stolen during elections. The CWC also stressed the urgent need to restore voter registrations that have reportedly been deleted. Members discussed plans to organize public agitation to draw attention to these electoral concerns.

INDIA Bloc to Meet and Finalise Strategy Against Election Commission

Opposition parties under the INDIA bloc are convening to chalk out a plan of action against the Election Commission of India. The meeting is centred on their demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Key leaders from Congress and the Trinamool Congress are expected to attend, while DMK and AAP will not be present. The gathering follows a recent protest staged by Left party members outside the EC headquarters, where they also called for Kumar's resignation.

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