Final coalition troops exit Iraq
The Iraqi authorities are preparing for the "Sovereignty Day" celebrations, marking the withdrawal of the last international coalition forces led by the United States from the country. This is in accordance with the Framework Agreement signed with Washington in September 2024, which stipulates the complete withdrawal process to be finalized by September 30, 2026. The withdrawal process began in January 2026 and included the closure of key bases such as "Ain al-Asad" and "Victor," with troops relocating to "Harir" and "Incirlik" bases. This step comes after the government’s recognition of its full sovereignty over its territory and efforts to strengthen its security and independence, despite concerns from the Kurdistan Region about weakened defensive capabilities following the coalition's departure. Military sources expect that, after the withdrawal, U.S. forces will relocate to bases in Jordan, Syria, and Turkey, while the Iraqi government insists that the complete withdrawal of foreign forces will be achieved before September 30.
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