Why U.S. forces remain in Iraq 20 years after ‘shock and awe’ - PBS
WEBMar 15, 2023 · Twenty years after the U.S. invaded Iraq — in blinding explosions of shock and awe — American forces remain in the country in what has become a small but consistent presence to ensure an ...
Iraq postpones plans for US troop withdrawal amid regional …
WEBAug 15, 2024 · CNN — Iraq has postponed announcing an end-date for the US-led military coalition’s presence in the country due to “recent developments,” raising questions about the future of US military...
Why US troops remain in Iraq 20 years after ‘shock and awe’
WEBMar 15, 2023 · Twenty years after the U.S. invaded Iraq, in blinding explosions of shock and awe, American forces remain in the country in what has become a small, but consistent presence to ensure an ongoing relationship with a key military and diplomatic partner in …
Iraq touts deal with U.S. to withdraw most troops by 2026
WEBSep 12, 2024 · The U.S. and Iraq have a tentative deal to begin the withdrawal of most troops, leaving only a small force to guard against Iranian-backed militias.
US combat forces to leave Iraq by end of year - BBC
WEBJul 27, 2021 · President Joe Biden says US forces will end their combat mission in Iraq by the end of this year, but will continue to train and advise the Iraqi military.
US and Iraqi governments expected to start talks on future of US ... - CNN
WEBJan 24, 2024 · CNN — The US and Iraq are expected to soon begin talks on the future of the US military presence in the country, according to sources familiar with the matter, amid public calls from the Iraqi...
The US Just Ended Combat in Iraq, but Thousands of Troops Will Stay …
WEBThe U.S. military ended its combat operations in Iraq this week under terms from an earlier agreement, though thousands of troops will remain in the country for now, the Pentagon said Thursday.
Iraq says US troop drawdown talks will go on 'as long as nothing ...
WEBFeb 12, 2024 · Iraq and the U.S.-led military coalition have resumed meetings on how to draw down troops who have been deployed there for years combating the Islamic State.
The AP Interview: General says US troops to remain in Iraq
WEBThe top U.S. commander for the Middle East says the U.S. will keep the current 2,500 troops in Iraq for the foreseeable future, despite their shift to a non-combat role, and they will still provide air support and other military support for …
U.S. Announces End to Combat Mission in Iraq, but Troops Will …
WEBDec 9, 2021 · BAGHDAD — The U.S. military on Thursday said it had completed its transition from a combat mission in Iraq to one meant to “advise, assist and enable” Iraqi forces that are battling the remnants...