Washington DC [US], October 1 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) announced that the final contingent of American troops is pulling out of Iraq, declaring a formal conclusion to Operation Inherent Resolve and hailing the exit as a 'decisive victory over ISIS,' "a victory for the United States," and "a victory for Iraq."Addressing the media, Trump said, 'Today, I'm pleased to ann
Trump Announces Final Withdrawal of U.S. Troops from Iraq, Declares Victory Over ISIS
President Donald Trump announced the withdrawal of the last American troops from Iraq, marking the end of Operation Inherent Resolve and declaring it a victory for both the U.S. and Iraq against ISIS. This development is significant as it may alter the balance of power in the region, particularly affecting Iran's influence in Iraq.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
President Trump announced the withdrawal of the last American troops from Iraq, marking the end of Operation Inherent Resolve and declaring it a victory over ISIS. This decision is seen as a significant shift in U.S. military engagement in the region.
- The withdrawal concludes nearly two decades of U.S. military presence in Iraq.
- Trump characterized the withdrawal as a victory for both the U.S. and Iraq against ISIS.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The U.S. has been involved in Iraq since 2003, primarily to combat terrorism and stabilize the region. The rise of ISIS in the mid-2010s prompted renewed military engagement.
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