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Trump Orders Withdrawal of More Than 5,000 US Troops From Germany
President Donald Trump stated that reductions to the US military presence in Germany will exceed the previously announced drawdown of 5,000 troops. He indicated the troop level would drop significantly lower. Republican allies and NATO countries have questioned the decision.
May 2, 7:49 PM·1m read5 sources
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President Donald Trump announced plans to reduce the US military presence in Germany by more than the 5,000 troops initially specified. The cuts will bring the troop level in Germany way down, Trump said.
Republican allies have questioned the move.
NATO countries have also raised concerns about the decision. The announcement builds on an earlier drawdown of 5,000 troops that had already been disclosed.
The planned cuts come amid ongoing discussions about US military commitments in Europe. Sources reported Trump's statements without specifying a timeline for implementation. The exact final troop number was not detailed in the announcements.
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