Washington and Baghdad agree on plan for US troops withdrawal

International media reports indicate that the United States and Iraq have reached an agreement on a plan for the withdrawal of coalition forces.

According to Reuters, citing multiple informed sources, the plan has been broadly agreed upon but still requires final approval from the capitals of both countries and a set date for the troop withdrawal announcement.

Reports suggest that hundreds of American soldiers are expected to leave Iraq by September 2025, with the remaining forces scheduled to withdraw by the end of 2026.

This agreement comes after more than six months of negotiations between Baghdad and Washington.

Sources indicate that the official announcement was initially planned for weeks ago but was delayed due to escalating regional tensions related to the Israel-Gaza conflict and to finalising the remaining details.

These sources, including five U.S. officials, two from other coalition countries, and three Iraqi officials who spoke anonymously, mentioned that the announcement might occur within this month.

Additionally, Reuters reports that both countries seek to reach an agreement for long-term security cooperation and the continued presence of some American advisors in Iraq.

The agreement on withdrawing coalition forces marks a significant step in the evolving relationship between the United States and Iraq. As both nations work towards finalizing the details and establishing a framework for ongoing cooperation, the focus will likely shift to ensuring a smooth transition and addressing future security concerns.

This development underscores the dynamic nature of international agreements and the impact of regional events on diplomatic processes.

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