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US President Trump Threatens Troop Reduction in Germany Following Chancellor Merz's Criticism US President Trump Threatens Troop Reduction in Germany Following Chancellor Merz's Criticism

US President Trump Threatens Troop Reduction in Germany Following Chancellor Merz's Criticism

US President Donald Trump announced on 30 April 2026 that he is reviewing the possible reduction of US troops stationed in Germany.This statement follows recent critical remarks by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the US approach to the ongoing conflict with Iran.Trump stated that the US is "studying and reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, with a determination to be made over the next short period of time." The US currently maintains a significant military presence in Germany, with over 36,000 active duty troops deployed across various bases.The announcement came shortly after Chancellor Merz accused the US of... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 09:34 LONDON
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