According to Al Jazeera, the Pentagon has announced that the United States has completed its troop withdrawal from Iraq, ending a 20‑year presence that was part of the global war on terror and the anti‑ISIL campaign.

The announcement marks the conclusion of the longest U.S. military engagement in Iraq since the 2003 invasion, during which American forces were involved in training Iraqi security forces, supporting counter‑terrorism operations, and helping to stabilize the country after years of conflict.

With the withdrawal complete, the responsibility for Iraq’s security and counter‑terrorism efforts now rests solely with Iraqi forces. The U.S. will likely shift to a non‑combat role, providing advisory, training, and logistical support as part of its broader strategy to support regional stability while reducing direct military involvement.

As the U.S. ends its on‑ground presence, Iraq will face the challenge of maintaining security against residual insurgent threats and rebuilding state institutions, while the U.S. reassesses its role in the Middle East and the future of its foreign policy commitments.