25 Years of U.S. Iraq Involvement

More than 23 years after the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime, an Iraqi official announced that American forces have fully left Iraq, with the official withdrawal completed in September 2026. This comes after an agreement between Iraq and the United States on the withdrawal, which began in 2024. American troops had been active in the country since the 2003 invasion, with the number estimated at around 2,500 soldiers before the withdrawal. The United States concluded its combat mission against ISIS in 2021, leaving behind advisory and training personnel in the country. The withdrawal underscores the ongoing challenges Iraq faces, including the control exerted by Iran-backed militias and their influence on Iranian interests, as well as the risks of escalating tensions with Iran through Iraqi militias loyal to Tehran. Additionally, Iraq's Kurds face security and political challenges after the withdrawal, particularly regarding their autonomous governance project, amid concerns of a repeat of the withdrawal scenario from Afghanistan.

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