President Trump and the first lady paid a surprise visit to troops in Iraq Wednesday, Trump's first visit to a war zone since taking office. White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders tweeted that Trump's visit was made to thank troops for their service, success and sacrifice. President Trump and the First Lady traveled to Iraq late on Christmas night to visit with our troops and Senior Military leadership to thank them for their service, their success, and their sacrifice and to wish them a Merry Christmas. We have defeated ISIS in Syria, my only reason for being there during the Trump Presidency. — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 19, 2018All of roughly 2,000 American troops were ordered out of Syria, Fox News was told last weekend.

Source: Fox News December 26, 2018 20:08 UTC