Trump considers withdrawing some US troops from Europe amid NATO tensions
Kyiv • UNN
The US President is considering reducing the contingent due to dissatisfaction with the actions of allies. Currently, over 80,000 American troops are stationed in Europe.
US President Donald Trump is discussing with advisers the possibility of withdrawing some American troops from Europe amid deteriorating relations with NATO allies. No final decision has been made yet, but the very fact of such discussions indicates serious tensions within the alliance, Reuters reports, writes UNN.
Details
According to a senior White House official, Trump is dissatisfied with the insufficient support of allies on the issue of security in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the lack of progress on his idea of acquiring Greenland. At the same time, the White House has not yet instructed the Pentagon to develop specific plans for reducing the contingent.
What is known about possible changes
Currently, more than 80,000 American troops are stationed in Europe, including more than 30,000 in Germany. Significant forces are also in Italy, Great Britain, and Spain.
The source did not specify which countries might be affected by the reduction or how many troops might be withdrawn if a decision is made.
NATO's reaction
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, after meeting with Trump, stated that he understood the US's dissatisfaction, but noted that most European countries had provided support to Washington in military actions against Iran.
According to Reuters, Trump expects concrete commitments from allies regarding participation in ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz in the near future.