25 Years Later, Will the Global War on Terrorism Ever End?
The Global War on Terrorism has been ongoing for 25 years, following the September 11, 2001, attacks. It has expanded to include various military campaigns across the Middle East, Africa, and other regions. US troops were involved in invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq, with the last troops withdrawing from Afghanistan in 2021.
This conflict has resulted in the loss of thousands of US service members and many more returning home with life-changing wounds. Further details on the impact of the war are available from The War Horse, including the effects on countries and people overseas.
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