Defense Ministry Denies Withdrawal of Military Units Between Tuz Khurmatu and Kirkuk

The Iraqi Ministry of Defense has refuted circulating reports regarding the withdrawal of the Iraqi army from military posts located between the Tuz Khurmatu district and Kirkuk province. The Ministry's spokesperson clarified that recent movements do not constitute a withdrawal, but rather fall under routine military procedures. These include redeployment, maneuvering, and the rotation of units in accordance with approved security plans. The spokesperson further added that these measures also involved reinforcing certain positions with additional troops to meet ongoing field and military requirements.