U.S. Concludes Anti-ISIS Combat Mission in Iraq

WASHINGTON – The United States officially concluded its combat mission against the Islamic State (ISIS) in Iraq on Wednesday. The final American troops assigned to this specific role departed the country.

This withdrawal marks the end of the combat phase of the U.S. mission, which contributed to the dismantling of ISIS's self-declared caliphate in the region. U.S. forces will now transition to an advisory and assistance role for Iraqi security forces.

Officials indicated that the U.S. military will continue to support Iraq through training and intelligence sharing. This shift follows an agreement between Washington and Baghdad to transition the U.S. presence away from a combat role.

The completion of the combat mission occurs as concerns persist regarding regional security dynamics. The situation in the broader region includes ongoing tensions, which observers note could influence future stability.