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As of April 16, 2026, the United States has officially completed a full withdrawal from Syria, ending a 12-year military presence. The final, largest U.S. base, Qasrak Air Base in the northeastern Hasakah province, was evacuated and handed over to the Syrian Arab Army. Forces and equipment from the final, coordinated withdrawal re-deployed to Iraq or Jordan.

ending a decade-long presence. This decision followed a US-brokered agreement aimed at integrating US-backed Kurdish-led forces (SDF) into the new Syrian government's army, with the new Syrian administration taking over counterterrorism efforts.

Key Details Regarding US Base Withdrawal in 2026:

Final Base Handover: The Qasrak base, which served as a major logistics hub, was the last major installation to be evacuated in April 2026.
Phased Withdrawal: The pullout began in February 2026 and proceeded over several weeks before completion.

Syrian Control: The Syrian army, along with national structures that incorporated former Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) fighters, took control of the abandoned sites.

Operational History: US forces had operated in the region since 2014, with the mission focused on fighting the Islamic State (ISIS) and conducting patrols with local partners.

The move signals a final end to American combat presence in the country, with reports noting coordination between U.S. and Syrian governments.

FreeStuffsNG:
More likely Jordan. Iraq is too hot for them.

Oh, really? Who can challenge the USA in Iraq? Who please?