The UK has confirmed its ongoing commitment to Iraq’s security as the Global Coalition Against ISIS moves into a new phase.
According to an announcement from both the U.S. and Iraq, the military mission is expected to conclude within the next 12 months.
A statement published on the UK government’s official website emphasized that the UK will work closely with its Iraqi partners to establish a lasting bilateral relationship, transitioning into a new security and defense partnership.
The “Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve” was established in 2014 to provide advice, assistance, and enablement for partner forces, to achieve a lasting defeat of ISIS.
This mission operates under the umbrella of the Global Coalition, which comprises 87 partners.
Over the past decade, the UK has played a pivotal role in this coalition through Operation Shader, offering support and training to more than 111,000 members of Iraq’s security forces.
The Royal Air Force has conducted over 10,000 sorties to background forces, contributing significantly to the territorial defeat of ISIS in Iraq.
With the primary objectives now achieved, the coalition is set to shift towards new security arrangements led by Iraq.
The UK has affirmed its commitment to ensuring the global defeat of ISIS, with a focus on long-term stability in Iraq.
As you follow developments in the region, this shift signals a key moment for Iraq’s future, and the UK’s sustained partnership will be critical in maintaining regional security.
The Iraqi Islamic Resistance announced this Saturday evening that it launched a drone strike targeting a vital site in Eilat.
This latest operation is part of a series of drone attacks that the group has claimed responsibility for, including previous strikes on five vital targets within Israel, covering regions such as the Golan Heights and both northern and southern parts, as well as Tel Aviv.
