Guantanamo Bay first opened following the United States invasion of Afghanistan. Established in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks, it was intended to hold individuals suspected of terrorism. Twenty-five years after the initial military intervention in Afghanistan, the conflict has concluded. Despite the end of the war that prompted its establishment, the Guantanamo Bay prison continues to operate. The continued operation raises questions about its purpose and the legal status of the remaining detainees. Critics argue the prison undermines US values and international law, demanding its closure, while proponents cite national security concerns. The facility remains a symbol of the controversial “War on Terror” and ongoing debates about detention practices.