Iraq Takes Charge After Coalition Withdrawal, Correspondent Says

Iraq is taking control following the withdrawal of US and international coalition forces, according to Baghdad-based correspondent Heba al-Tamimi.

Al-Tamimi said celebrations were held in the Iraqi capital on the first day after the withdrawal.

Celebrations also took place in a number of provinces, extending beyond Baghdad. Her brief account did not identify the provinces involved.

Al-Tamimi presented the moment as one in which Iraq was assuming responsibility. The account did not provide details on the scope of the withdrawal or the security arrangements that followed.