US set to announce troop reduction agreement with Iraq

The United States is reportedly poised to announce an agreement next week aimed at reducing its military presence in Iraq, officials from President Joe Biden's administration said.

This long-anticipated move is part of ongoing negotiations between the two nations, Caliber.Az reports via foreign media.

Under the agreement, approximately 2,500 American troops are expected to withdraw from Iraq by the end of 2026. As discussions near completion, the Pentagon has indicated that, despite the troop reduction, US forces will maintain their capability to conduct operations against terrorist threats in the region.

The announcement is anticipated to be a significant development in US-Iraq relations, signaling a new phase in the partnership as the country continues to stabilize and confront extremist groups.