US planning faster troop withdrawal from Europe, newspaper says
The U.S. is planning to expedite the withdrawal of troops from Europe, according to a report by a German newspaper. This decision follows a previous announcement to remove 5,000 troops from Germany amid tensions over the Iran war. Details on the specific timeline and affected locations have not been disclosed, but proposals will be presented to NATO allies next month.
- ▪The U.S. plans to accelerate troop withdrawal from Europe, as reported by Welt am Sonntag.
- ▪Washington previously announced a plan to pull 5,000 troops out of Germany.
- ▪Germany hosts approximately 35,000 active-duty U.S. military personnel, the largest contingent in Europe.
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US planning faster troop withdrawal from Europe, newspaper saysSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 30, 2026, 11:44 PMUpdated May 30, 2026, 11:44 PMMay 30 - The U.S. plans to accelerate the withdrawal of troops from bases in Europe and will present its proposals to NATO allies next month, German newspaper Welt am Sonntag reported on Saturday, citing an unidentified Pentagon source.Washington announced plans in May to pull 5,000 troops out of Germany, widely seen as the consequence of a rift over the Iran war between President Donald Trump and European powers. Germany is home to some 35,000 active-duty U.S.
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