The forever fight: After 25 years, America’s War on Terror carries a complex, bloody legacy...

The article reviews the 25-year history of the United States War on Terror that began after the September 11 attacks. It covers major military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq as well as sustained actions against terrorist networks.

The piece assesses the human costs, strategic outcomes, and long-term regional effects of these campaigns. It focuses on the mixed results of counterterrorism efforts in the Middle East.