U.S. Announces Reduction of Military Mission in Iraq
US forces will maintain a presence for Syria operations from designated locations in Iraq until September 2026
MIDDLE EAST — The United States has initiated a reduction in its military mission in Iraq, aligning with agreements reached through the US-Iraq Higher Military Commission.
This transition follows a joint statement issued on September 27, 2024, outlining the end of the coalition’s counter-ISIS operations. The move acknowledges progress against ISIS and aims to establish a bilateral security partnership. Coordination continues between the US government, Iraq, and coalition members to manage the process responsibly.
This shift supports Iraqi security forces in assuming greater roles, with operations in federal Iraq concluding by September 2025. The partnership emphasizes economic development, foreign investment, and regional stability under the US-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement.
Remaining coalition efforts in Syria will persist from designated locations in Iraq until September 2026. The decision reflects a strategic realignment, prioritizing long-term cooperation over direct military involvement.
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