The two-decade American military presence in Iraq is officially ending. By September 30, the final US bases will be vacated, closing a chapter that began in 2003.

While planned under the previous administration, the Trump team is executing the final withdrawal. Analysts warn this power vacuum could trigger a surge in influence for Iran-backed factions, shifting the entire Middle Eastern landscape.

While planned under the previous administration, the Trump team is executing the final withdrawal. Analysts warn this power vacuum could trigger a surge in influence for Iran-backed factions, shifting the entire Middle Eastern landscape.