Trump says US may cut troops in Germany as Iran conflict escalates
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 22:49 UTC
- Sources: France 24 English
France 24 reports that President Donald Trump announced the United States is considering reducing its troop presence in Germany. The statement came amid a heated dispute with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the ongoing Iran war. The live blog tracks reactions from both governments and analysts.
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