U.S. forces are preparing to leave their remaining bases in Iraq, marking the end of a more than two-decade American military presence in the country.

The withdrawal is expected to be completed by September 30, with U.S. troops leaving their last remaining bases in Iraq. The departure follows an agreement reached in 2024 and is now being carried out by the Trump administration.

The U.S. military presence in Iraq began with the 2003 invasion and continued through years of conflict, including operations against the Islamic State. Reuters reports that about 4,500 Americans died during more than two decades of war in Iraq.

The withdrawal is taking place while Washington is involved in a separate conflict with Iran. Iraqi security officials and analysts have raised questions about how the departure could affect the regional balance and Iraq's security environment.

The move also comes amid concerns that Iran-backed groups could gain greater influence in Iraq following the U.S. departure, while Iraqi officials have also warned about the possibility of Islamic State militants attempting to rebuild their presence.

The final withdrawal represents a major change in the U.S. military presence in the Middle East and closes another chapter in America's long-running involvement in Iraq.