Iraq troop withdrawal details
The last American military personnel have left their bases in Iraq following the end of the international coalition's mission, which began two years ago and culminated in the complete withdrawal of U.S. military forces from the country by September 30, 2026. Limited logistical support for ISIS counterterrorism operations in Syria remains. Currently, only hundreds of U.S. troops are left in Iraq, with military equipment, including air defense systems formerly used to intercept rockets and threats from Iran, being withdrawn. Iraqi forces are working to compensate for the absence of U.S. support by developing their own capabilities, especially in the field of air defense, and are preparing to acquire systems from South Korea and Turkey. Despite the withdrawal, the security relationship between Iraq and the United States continues in a new form of bilateral partnerships, with discussions ongoing about future cooperation in training and intelligence exchange. Meanwhile, concerns remain about Iraq's ability to protect its airspace from potential threats from Iran and ISIS.
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