Trump Says US Will Withdraw More Than 5,000 Troops From Germany
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US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will withdraw more than 5,000 troops from Germany, though he provided no explanation for the decision when asked. Trump indicated that an even larger reduction in forces would follow. The United States currently maintains 36,436 active-duty military personnel in Germany as of December 31, 2025. Germany hosts one of the largest US military presences in Europe, serving as a key hub for American operations across the continent and supporting NATO's collective defense structure. The planned withdrawal represents a significant shift in US military positioning in Europe, though Trump offered no details about the timeline or strategic rationale behind the decision.