Germany says it foresaw Trump's withdrawal of US troops as row over Iran comments grows live
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Germany says it foresaw Trump's withdrawal of US troops as row over Iran comments grows  live
"Boris Pistorius stated that it was foreseeable that the US would withdraw troops from Europe, including Germany, emphasizing the need for Europeans to take greater responsibility for their own security."
"President Trump announced the withdrawal of 5,000 active-duty troops from Germany, fulfilling earlier threats after a clash with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the Iran war."
"The US state department is approving military sales totaling more than $8.6bn to Middle Eastern allies, while warning European allies to expect long delivery delays for US weapons."
The US will withdraw 5,000 active-duty troops from Germany within the next six to twelve months, as stated by President Trump. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius indicated that this withdrawal was foreseeable and emphasized the need for Europe to take greater responsibility for its security. Tensions remain high regarding the Iran war, with stalled peace talks and a new proposal from Iran. Additionally, the US is approving military sales to Middle Eastern allies while warning of delays in weapon deliveries to European nations due to stockpile depletion.
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