U.S. Forces to Withdraw from Final Iraq Bases Amid Iranian Influence Concerns

U.S. troops to leave last bases in Iraq by September 30, ending 23-year military presence amid fears of Iranian expansion.

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September 29, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Baghdad, Iraq — U.S. forces are scheduled to vacate their final military installations in Iraq by the end of September, marking the conclusion of a 23-year American military presence in the country.

The withdrawal comes after more than two decades of conflict, during which 4,500 U.S. service members lost their lives. The move has been hailed as a strategic success by Iran and its regional allies, who now hold significant influence in the country.

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Iraqi officials confirmed the timeline for the departure, with the new prime minister announcing the final exit date earlier this week. Analysts warn that the U.S. pullout could create a power vacuum that Iran may seek to fill, raising concerns about regional stability.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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