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John Cornyn: IRGC-QF will likely continue to support Shia militant groups in Iraq after U.S. forces withdraw.

On the recordFebruary 16, 2011
IRGC-QF will likely continue to support Shia militant groups in Iraq after U.S. forces withdraw.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Cornyn expresses concern about Iran's influence in Iraq post-U.S. troop withdrawal.

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