Iraq Declares End of International Mission, Announces Foreign Troop Departure
Iraq's leadership announced the conclusion of the international anti-extremism mission and the departure of foreign troops, framing it as a new era of sovereignty. The move follows a gradual drawdown and signals a shift toward institutional strengthening and balanced foreign relations. The exact timeline and scope of withdrawal remain unspecified, and the security implications are uncertain.
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US Completes Full Military Withdrawal from Iraq, Ending Combat Mission
The United States has formally completed its full military withdrawal from Iraq, ending a 23-year presence and concluding the US-led coalition's combat mission against ISIS. This transition shifts security responsibility entirely to Iraqi forces and moves US-Iraq defense cooperation to a bilateral advisory role. The withdrawal's completeness is confirmed, though the long-term security implications and regional power shifts remain uncertain.