US Troops Home From Iraq by Christmas: Obama Obama announced that all American troops will leave Iraq by the end of the year bring the Iraqi war, which started in 2003, to a close. -"After nearly nine years, America's war in Iraq will be over. The remaining 40,000 US troops in Iraq will definitely be home for the holidays," said Obama. -Obama had discussions with Iraq about how to continue on with US training and assisting the Iraqis, but offered no details. -"The last American soldier will cross the border out of Iraq with their head held high, proud of their service," said Obama. Going into Q2, I want to personally do better on tests and quizzes and participate more.
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