Pentagon says it has formally completed withdrawal of US troops from Iraq

The United States has finalized its troop withdrawal from Iraq, marking the end of a 12-year mission that began with efforts to combat the Islamic State. The move comes two years after the decision to pull out was first agreed upon, leaving Iraqi security analysts concerned about potential vulnerabilities for extremist groups. Meanwhile, Iran and its allies have hailed the departure as a strategic victory. The shift raises questions about regional stability as the US concludes its prolonged military engagement in the country.

Announcement comes two years after withdrawal was agreed to and 12 years since US mission to fight IS began The Pentagon announced on Wednesday that it has formally completed its withdrawal of US troops from Iraq, two years after the withdrawal was agreed to and 12 years since the US mission to fight the Islamic State started.After the announcement, Iran and its allies celebrated the departure as a victory, while Iraqi security experts worry that the withdrawal could give the Islamic State and others a chance to recover. Continue reading...