U.S. Begins Review of Force Presence in Europe
The Pentagon is reducing assets for NATO operations as Washington pushes European allies to take primary responsibility for conventional defense.
- On Monday, The United States began reviewing its military presence in Europe after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth informed Nato counterparts last month that Washington was planning such an analysis.
- Washington has pressed European allies to take primary responsibility for conventional defense as America's strategic focus shifts toward China and away from European security commitments.
- The Pentagon is reducing assets available for Nato operations worldwide, while Hegseth threatened to cut Washington's Nato spending unless allies reach their defense spending targets.
- US Defense Under Secretary Elbridge Colby wrote the Review ensures "Europe taking primary responsibility for its conventional defense," accelerating the transition to "a stronger, more equitable, and sustainable alliance."
- President Donald Trump has repeatedly criticized European allies over their response to the war in Iran, citing their refusal to allow America's forces to use regional bases.
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