Why is the US withdrawing its troops from Iraq?

A US-led coalition deployed in Iraq more than a decade ago to fight jihadists concluded its mission on Wednesday, a move celebrated by the country's leaders, but which some fear will embolden pro-Iran armed factions. France 24's Angela Diffley takes a look at the security challenges facing the country and why the US has chosen this moment to take its troops out.

Localisation: Tehran, Iran, Middle East
Source: France 24 English
Categorie: security
Date: Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:18:55 GMT