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US Lawmakers Oppose Troop Withdrawal From Germany, Urge Move East
Key Republican chairmen have warned that President Trump’s plan to pull 5,000 troops from Germany sends the “wrong signal” to Russia, suggesting the forces be relocated to NATO’s eastern flank instead
May 3, 2026
Europe
NATO and Berlin Downplay Risks of US Troop Withdrawal From Germany
The Alliance expressed confidence in its deterrence capabilities despite the departure of 5,000 US troops, while Germany emphasized its ongoing military expansion and increased defense spending.
May 2, 2026
Europe
Pentagon Considers Withdrawing 5,000 Troops From Germany Over Iran Tensions
The potential withdrawal of US forces follows President Trump’s frustration with European allies, including Chancellor Friedrich Merz, over their lack of support in the conflict with Iran.
May 2, 2026
Germany
Trump Says US May Cut Troops in Germany as Iran Row Rages
Trump said his administration is reviewing a possible reduction of US troops in Germany amid a dispute with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the US-Israeli war with Iran.
April 30, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Europe’s Ukraine Line Is Starting to Blur – and the Timing Isn’t Random
German Chancellor Merz’s recent comments about “possible” territorial concessions being made by Ukraine suggest a degree of impatience and concern over the economy.
April 29, 2026
Germany
What to Make of Germany’s New Military Strategy?
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD) has presented a military strategy that aims to make the Bundeswehr ‘Europe’s strongest conventional army’, and explicitly named Russia as a threat.
April 28, 2026
Europe
Merz Says Ukraine’s EU Path Key to Ending War With Russia
The German chancellor said deeper EU integration for Ukraine could be crucial to securing public support for a future peace deal with Russia in which Kyiv might be forced to vote on ceding lands.
April 27, 2026
Europe
Germany Blames Russia for Signal Phishing Attacks on Cabinet Ministers
Berlin believes Russia is behind a cyberattack that compromised high-profile politicians and officials by using fake support messages to gain access to private chats and contacts.
April 26, 2026
OPINION: Infantry Up Close, More and Better Bombardment, Helping America ‘Win’
Stefan Korshak, Kyiv Post’s military correspondent, shares his perspective on recent developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
June 30, 2026
