A Drawdown of U.S. Forces in Europe Is All but Certain

The US Army is about to get smaller, especially in Europe

What are the Trump administration’s plans for the U.S. Army at home and abroad? The question hung over recent House and Senate hearings with Pentagon officials about security challenges facing the United States. “The Department [of Defense (DoD)] is undergoing a global force posture review…No decisions have been made at this time,” the acting assistant secretary for international security affairs, Katherine Thompson, responded at one session whe…

A Drawdown of U.S. Forces in Europe Is All but Certain

Here’s how the Pentagon can rebalance its approach to the continent without sacrificing U.S. interests.

Pentagon considers proposal to cut thousands of troops from Europe, NBC News reports – Reuters

The Pentagon is reportedly weighing a important proposal that could lead to the withdrawal of thousands of American troops stationed in Europe, according to an NBC News report citing sources familiar with the discussions. This potential shift in military strategy comes amid evolving geopolitical tensions and budgetary considerations, prompting a reevaluation of U.S. military presence [...]