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US Prepares to End Military Mission in Iraq After 23 Years
In a historic shift, the United States is officially ending its military mission in Iraq this week, effective September 30, 2026. This concludes 23 years of military presence that began with the 2003 invasion and the ousting of Saddam Hussein's regime, which saw troops peak at over 170,000 in 2007.
Remaining troops are currently withdrawing from northern Iraq, particularly the Kurdistan Region. According to U.S. officials, most of these forces will be redeployed to Jordan and other regional locations rather than returning directly to the U.S. Iraqi officials stated that no foreign military bases will remain on Iraqi soil following this deadline.
Baghdad emphasizes that this marks a transition to a new phase of strategic intelligence and security cooperation rather than a total breakdown of relations. However, security concerns remain as some armed groups refuse to disarm. Meanwhile, Masrour Barzani termed the withdrawal 'shameful,' expressing concern that the region will be left defenseless. The pullout fulfills the 2024 agreement between Washington and Baghdad [U.S. and Iraqi Officials](https://www.google.com/search?q=)
In a historic shift, the United States is officially ending its military mission in Iraq this week, effective September 30, 2026. This concludes 23 years of military presence that began with the 2003 invasion and the ousting of Saddam Hussein's regime, which saw troops peak at over 170,000 in 2007.
Remaining troops are currently withdrawing from northern Iraq, particularly the Kurdistan Region. According to U.S. officials, most of these forces will be redeployed to Jordan and other regional locations rather than returning directly to the U.S. Iraqi officials stated that no foreign military bases will remain on Iraqi soil following this deadline.
Baghdad emphasizes that this marks a transition to a new phase of strategic intelligence and security cooperation rather than a total breakdown of relations. However, security concerns remain as some armed groups refuse to disarm. Meanwhile, Masrour Barzani termed the withdrawal 'shameful,' expressing concern that the region will be left defenseless. The pullout fulfills the 2024 agreement between Washington and Baghdad [U.S. and Iraqi Officials](https://www.google.com/search?q=)