U.S. Pulls 5,000 Troops from Germany Amid Security Concerns
Pentagon announces withdrawal of 5,000 military personnel from Germany, 14% of 36,000 stationed there. Trump pressures European allies to boost defense spending. Withdrawal follows friction with German Chancellor Merz over U.S. strategy in Middle East. Spokesman Sean Parnell cites 'theatre requirements' for the move, expected over 6-12 months. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius calls the move 'foreseeable' but urges European responsibility. NATO working with U.S. to clarify details as Germany boosts military to 260,000