War in Iraq

The Iraq War began in 2003 when the United States led an invasion claiming Saddam Hussein’s government possessed weapons of mass destruction and posed a threat. No active WMDs were found, but the conflict resulted in the overthrow of Saddam’s regime, widespread instability, and violence. The war sparked a prolonged insurgency, contributed to sectarian divisions, and led to shifts in regional power. U.S. and coalition forces eventually withdrew, but Iraq faced ongoing challenges with governance, security, and reconstruction. The war remains a significant event shaping Middle Eastern politics and U.S. foreign policy.