Germany has extended the deployment period of its soldiers in Iraq.

The mission of the German soldiers in Iraq has been extended until January 31, 2026.

GERMAN SOLDIERS' MISSION IN IRAQ EXTENDED

Germany has extended the mission of its soldiers in Iraq in the fight against the terrorist organization ISIS. Deputy Government Spokesperson Wolfgang Büchner announced in Berlin that the Cabinet has decided to extend the mission of German soldiers in Iraq until January 31, 2026.

"AIM IS TO FIGHT AGAINST ISIS"

Büchner stated, "The aim of the mission is to provide sustainable support to the Iraqi Armed Forces and security forces in ensuring security and stability in Iraq and preventing the resurgence of the terrorist organization (ISIS)."

"REQUEST CAME FROM THE IRAQI GOVERNMENT"

Büchner noted that the Iraqi government requested Germany to continue its support against the ISIS threat and said, "The German Armed Forces will continue to contribute to NATO's Iraq Mission (NMI) and the Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve (CJTF-OIR) or any security cooperation program that follows these operations to support the fight against ISIS."

"LIMITED TO A MAXIMUM OF 500 SOLDIERS"

According to the Cabinet decision, the number of soldiers is limited to a maximum of 500. The decision of the Cabinet is expected to be discussed and approved in the Federal Parliament next week.

US MILITARY COMPLETELY WITHDRAWING FROM IRAQ

Meanwhile, discussions regarding the "withdrawal of American soldiers from the country" between Iraq and the US have concluded. An agreement has been reached for the complete withdrawal of American soldiers from Iraq within two years.