End of US Military in Iraq Tomorrow
Reports indicate that the American forces will complete their withdrawal from their last bases in Iraq by September 30, 2023, after two decades of military presence that began with the American invasion in 2003 and resumed following the rise of ISIS in 2014. This withdrawal comes within the framework of an agreement between the Biden and Trump administrations, amid concerns over the increasing influence of Iran-backed factions and ISIS exploiting the transitional period. Armed factions welcomed the withdrawal, describing it as a victory, while security experts warn of a potential security vacuum and a decline in Iraq’s ability to maintain security, especially given ISIS activities and the tense relations between Washington and Tehran. The withdrawal marks the end of the American military intervention phase and places Iraq at the forefront of challenges to achieve security stability, amid complex political balancing among regional powers.
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