Germany stresses shared interests after US announces withdrawal of 5,000 troops
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 10:33 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Germany’s defence minister responded to the United States’ plan to pull 5,000 troops out of the country, emphasizing the continued mutual benefits of the US military presence in Europe.
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