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‘The country has become a battlefield’: Last US troops exit Iraq

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The United States and Iraq agreed to withdraw the final US military personnel from Iraq on Wednesday, marking the end of a coalition mission to combat the Islamic State group. As Iraqi forces assume control of remaining bases, the government aims to enhance its own military capacity and assert sovereignty. Some civilians near the bases are seeking a new beginning amidst ongoing attacks. The report was sent by journalists Amar el-Hameedawi, Marie-Charlotte Roupie, and Laurent Berstecher from Iraq.

Key points

• The final US troops in Iraq, part of a coalition fighting the Islamic State, were scheduled to leave on Wednesday under an agreement between Baghdad and Washington.
• Iraqi forces are now taking over coalition bases, with some civilians near the sites hoping for a fresh start after the withdrawal.

Context and limitations

This report covers the final US troop withdrawal from Iraq on Wednesday, September 2026, as the Iraqi army officially takes over coalition bases. Coverage is limited to the specific agreement and immediate aftermath, with no data on the duration of the conflict or future troop movements.

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