{
  "id": 4194292,
  "title": "Iraq's Kurdistan Region says US military support not ending despite expiry of agreement",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/iraqs-kurdistan-region-says-us-military-support-not-ending-despite",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-29T13:07:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/29/iraqs-kurdistan-region-says-us-military-support-not-ending-despite-expiry-of-agreement/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) in Iraq has stated that the expiration of the security co-operation agreement with the United States at the end of September does not signify the end of their strategic partnership. The agreement, signed in 2016, supported the reform and unification of the Peshmerga forces, a key aspect in the fight against ISIS. Despite reports of US assistance potentially being suspended, Kurdish officials emphasized that co-operation would continue through various means such as training, military advice, logistics, institutional reform, and efforts to unify Peshmerga forces. While discussions may take place in the future regarding a new framework for continued US support, the KRG remains committed to strengthening ties with Washington for regional security, stability, and the ongoing fight against terrorism.",
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      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Iraq's Kurdistan Region says US military support not ending despite expiry of agreement",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/iraqs-kurdistan-region-says-us-military-support-not-ending-despite-4198138",
        "published": "2026-08-29T13:07:45.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}