Trump news at a glance: US troops to be pulled from Germany as president’s feud with Nato allies intensifies

Pentagon says withdrawal is expected to be completed over the next six to 12 months – key US politics stories from Friday, 1 May at a glance It appears Donald Trump is following through on his threats to reduce US military presence in Europe. The Pentagon announced on Friday that 5,000 troops will be withdrawn from Germany over the next six to 12 months. Continue reading...

Guardian staff · Fri, May 1, 2026, 6:09 PM
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Trump news at a glance: US troops to be pulled from Germany as president’s feud with Nato allies intensifies

Pentagon says withdrawal is expected to be completed over the next six to 12 months – key US politics stories from Friday, 1 May at a glance

It appears Donald Trump is following through on his threats to reduce US military presence in Europe.

The Pentagon announced on Friday that 5,000 troops will be withdrawn from Germany over the next six to 12 months.

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