Operation Inherent Resolve

Iran’s influence to rise as US Troops exit Iraq

September 30, 2026September 30, 2026 by Academic Block

An Iraqi soldier stays stationed on his post as a U.S. military convoy leaves a military compound at sunset, with the Iraqi flag, concrete barriers, and base buildings in the background.

Iran’s Influence to Rise as US Troops Exit Iraq After more than two decades, the last American troops are leaving Iraq. They will be gone from their final bases by Wednesday, September 30. This exit ends more than 20 years of American military presence in Iraq. Iran and its allies are calling it a victory, … Read more