Al Asad AB, Anbar
Overseas Base · Iraq
Status
Active
Type
Overseas Base
Location
Overseas
About This Installation
2 lily pads or larger bases likely both have more than 200 troops but have been described as such by US officials
💡 Why Does This Matter?
The United States maintains approximately 750 military bases in over 80 countries — more than any nation in world history. The annual cost of maintaining overseas bases exceeds $55 billion.
Critics argue that many overseas bases are Cold War relics that increase tensions, provoke "blowback," and drain resources from domestic needs. Supporters say they deter aggression and protect allies. Al Asad AB, Anbar in Iraq is one of these installations.
📍 Coordinates
33.7894°N, 42.4447°E · View on Google Maps →