US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months, fulfilling Trump's threat
The US will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next 6-12 months, fulfilling President Donald Trump's threat. The move has drawn criticism from Democrats and a hawkish think tank, who say it will benefit Russian President Vladimir Putin and weaken US security interests.
The US will withdraw around 5,000 troops from Germany within the next 6-12 months. The Pentagon announced this decision following a thorough review of its force posture in Europe. The move represents 14% of the 36,000 American service members currently stationed in Germany. Germany hosts several key US military facilities, including Ramstein Air Base and a medical center in Landstuhl. Critics, including Democrats in Congress and the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, argue that the withdrawal will benefit Russian President Vladimir Putin and undermine US security interests.
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