US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months
The United States plans to withdraw approximately 5,000 troops from Germany within the next 6 to 12 months, according to the Pentagon. The decision follows a review of U.S. military positioning in Europe and current regional conditions. President Donald Trump had previously threatened such a move amid tensions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
- ▪The Pentagon announced the withdrawal of about 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany.
- ▪President Donald Trump had threatened troop reductions following disputes with Germany's chancellor.
- ▪The Pentagon stated the decision resulted from a review of force posture and European theater requirements.
- ▪Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S.-Israel war against Iran, calling Germany 'humiliated.'
- ▪The troop withdrawal is expected to occur over a period of 6 to 12 months.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onUS to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 monthsThe Pentagon says the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next 6-12 monthsByBEN FINLEY Associated PressMay 1, 2026, 6:30 PM1:55President Donald Trump arrives to speak at a charter school in The Villages, Fla., Friday, May 1, 2026.
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