The film opens in March 2003, shortly after the United States-led invasion of Iraq. Chief Warrant Officer Roy Miller and his team are tasked with locating weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) in Iraq. Despite following numerous intelligence tips, they come up empty-handed and begin to question the validity of the intelligence they’ve been given.
Miller becomes increasingly frustrated with the lack of progress and the conflicting information he receives from higher-ups. He believes that the intelligence is flawed and that there are no WMDs in Iraq. Despite pressure from his superiors to continue the search, Miller decides to investigate further on his own.
As Miller digs deeper, he discovers evidence of a cover-up involving a mysterious Iraqi general named Al Rawi and a shadowy figure known as “Magellan.” He enlists the help of a Wall Street Journal journalist named Lawrie Dayne to expose the truth behind the faulty intelligence and the conspiracy surrounding the WMDs.
Meanwhile, Miller’s investigations put him at odds with his superiors, who are determined to maintain the narrative that Iraq possesses WMDs. He faces resistance from Colonel Briggs, a senior officer who is determined to uphold the official story at any cost.
In the climax of the film, Miller and Dayne confront Al Rawi and “Magellan” at a secret meeting in Baghdad. They uncover evidence that the intelligence about WMDs was fabricated to justify the invasion of Iraq and that “Magellan” was manipulating the situation for personal gain.
As Miller and Dayne attempt to expose the truth, they find themselves targeted by both Iraqi insurgents and their own government. In a tense showdown, Miller confronts Briggs and exposes the conspiracy to the world, risking his own life to reveal the truth.
In the aftermath, Miller returns to the United States disillusioned with the war and the government’s handling of the situation. The film ends with a news report revealing that no WMDs were found in Iraq, confirming Miller’s suspicions and exposing the deception that led to the invasion.
“Green Zone” is a gripping and thought-provoking thriller that offers a critical examination of the Iraq War and the political machinations behind it. With its intense action sequences, complex characters, and timely themes, it provides a compelling exploration of the consequences of war and the search for truth in a morally ambiguous world.