US-led coalition completes Iraq withdrawal, hands over all bases to Baghdad
The international coalition has concluded its military missions in Iraq and transferred all bases to Iraqi authorities, marking the end of a two-decade presence. This follows the Strategic Framework Agreement with Washington and reflects a shift in Iraq's security posture. The move reduces foreign military footprint but raises questions about Iraq's capacity to counter residual ISIS threats.
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US Completes Full Military Withdrawal from Iraq, Ending Combat Mission
The United States has formally completed its full military withdrawal from Iraq, ending a 23-year presence and concluding the US-led coalition's combat mission against ISIS. This transition shifts security responsibility entirely to Iraqi forces and moves US-Iraq defense cooperation to a bilateral advisory role. The withdrawal's completeness is confirmed, though the long-term security implications and regional power shifts remain uncertain.