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Iraq commemorates 23 years of US presence
Today marks the end of the international coalition's military presence in Iraq after more than two decades since the American invasion in 2003. Iraqi forces will take over the main headquarters of the U.S. forces at Baghdad Airport, in accordance with a 2024 agreement that sets September 2026 as the deadline for troop withdrawal. The American combat mission against ISIS concluded in 2021, with remaining forces focusing on training and supporting Iraqi security forces. Following the withdrawal, Baghdad will move toward establishing bilateral security arrangements with new countries and developing military cooperation based on its needs. It will also maintain relations with Washington through bilateral agreements, emphasizing the protection of sovereignty and addressing internal security challenges, especially related to armed factions. The withdrawal signifies the end of a long chapter of U.S. military presence and places Iraq before new challenges to ensure its security and political stability.
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