conflict Iraq
U.S. and UK forces leave Iraq after decades-long presence
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Length of the U.S. military presence in Iraq
The United States and United Kingdom completed their military withdrawal from Iraq, ending the 12-year Operation Inherent Resolve mission. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi declared October 1 a Day of Sovereignty and Independence, while Kurdish leaders face security and political pressures.
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The U.S. military formally ends its presence in Iraq this week.
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