American forces have completed their withdrawal from Iraq, marking the end of a military presence that began with the invasion in March 2003. At that time, a statue of former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein remained standing near a communications center in Baghdad, which had been bombed two days prior. The statue was later toppled in April 2003, symbolizing the fall of Hussein's regime.
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American Forces Complete Withdrawal From Iraq After 23 Years
American forces have withdrawn from Iraq, concluding a military presence that lasted 23 years following the invasion in March 2003. The withdrawal marks a significant moment in the history of U.S.-Iraq relations.
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