Coalition Ends Mission in Iraq
The international forces led by the United States completed their mission in Iraq on Wednesday after 12 years of fighting the Islamic State. While they contributed to defeating the jihadists, their presence also sparked internal tensions. The gradual withdrawal from Iraqi bases began in 2024, in accordance with an agreement with the Iraqi government, and was finalized with their departure from the Kurdistan region. The Iraqi government has announced that it is capable of maintaining security without the presence of coalition forces, focusing instead on strengthening its partnership relations with donor and supporting countries. The withdrawal aims to enable Iraq to preserve its sovereignty by addressing the presence of weapons outside state authority, especially as some Iran-backed factions continue to retain their armaments. This situation highlights internal challenges related to weapons control and foreign influence.
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