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US withdraws 5,000 troops from Germany amid political tensions with Berlin

2026-05-02 10:17:00, Kosova & Bota CNA

US withdraws 5,000 troops from Germany amid political tensions with Berlin

The United States has decided to reduce its military presence in Germany by about 5,000 troops, in a development that comes at a time of heightened tensions between Washington and Berlin.

The decision has been confirmed by the Pentagon and is expected to be implemented over the next 6 to 12 months. Currently, around 36,000 US troops are stationed in Germany, making it the country with the largest US military presence in Europe.

According to American authorities, the review of the military presence is part of a broader strategy for repositioning forces in Europe and other regions of the world.

The decision comes after political clashes between US President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who have exchanged harsh criticism regarding their positions on the war in Iran and security policies.

Trump has publicly criticized Merz and several European countries for their approach to the conflict and their lack of support for international military operations. He has also hinted that he may consider reducing US troops in other countries, such as Italy and Spain.

On the other hand, Berlin has expressed concern about the American strategy, questioning the clarity of Washington's objectives in the region.

This development is seen as another signal of a review of the US military role in Europe and a shift in its strategic focus towards other global regions./ CNA





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