US Military Completes Withdrawal After 12-Year Mission in Iraq

US military completes withdrawal of troops from Iraq after 12-year mission, ending Operation Inherent Resolve at Erbil Air Base. The withdrawal marks the end of a long and complex operation in Iraq that began in 2014. US Central Command announced the completion on Wednesday, signaling the final phase of the American presence in the country. This move follows years of diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region and pave the way for increased Iraqi self-sufficiency.