The U.S. military has withdrawn its final troops from the al Tanf garrison in Syria, ending a decade long presence as part of a planned reduction in force levels. U.S. Central Command said the move reflects a conditions based transition while maintaining the ability to strike ISIS targets and support partner forces.
The base had served as a key hub for counter ISIS operations under Operation Inherent Resolve.
Recent U.S. airstrikes and raids continue to target ISIS logistics and communications networks, signaling that counterterror missions will persist despite the smaller footprint.
The US military announces its full withdrawal from a key base in Syria used since 2014 in the fight against ISIS. https://t.co/sg3YgnwBT2
— Al Arabiya English (@AlArabiya_Eng) February 12, 2026
Syrian government forces under President Ahmed Al Sharaa have taken control of the site in coordination with Washington.
The Trump administration has backed Al Sharaa’s leadership and eased some sanctions after his government helped remove Bashar al Assad and pledged cooperation against ISIS.
Officials say the repositioning reduces risk to U.S. personnel while preserving regional deterrence. The shift highlights a broader strategy of relying on local partners to contain terrorist threats.
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