Trump Signals Possible U.S. Troop Reductions in Germany After Merz Criticism
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President Trump said he is studying a possible reduction of U.S. troops in Germany after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized U.S. strategy toward Iran, signaling renewed strain in NATO and the U.S. defense posture in Europe; Germany hosts about 35,000 American troops. Trump accused Merz of siding with Iran and said a decision would be made soon, while military leaders warn of risks to readiness.
- Trump Threatens to Pull Troops From Germany as He Lashes Out at Merz The New York Times
- Trump weighs pulling US troops from Germany amid clash with chancellor over Iran war Fox News
- Trump says US considering reducing troops in Germany Politico
- Middle East crisis: Trump hits back at German chancellor after Merz said Iran was ‘humiliating’ US – as it happened The Guardian
- Trump scolds Germany’s Merz for criticism of Iran war Al Jazeera
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