Trump says US studying troop cuts in Germany, after Merz criticises war
President Donald Trump announced on social media that the US is "studying" potential troop reductions in Germany, following criticism from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Merz had previously criticized Trump's approach to the war in Iran, suggesting the US was being humiliated by Iranian negotiators. While Trump accused Merz of supporting Iran's nuclear ambitions and claimed that Germany is "doing so poorly," Merz maintains a positive relationship with Trump. The US has a significant military presence in Germany, with more than 36,000 active duty troops assigned to bases across the country.
2 MAY 2026
— The Guardian
NATO is investigating the details of the US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, a move ordered by Donald Trump.
3 MAY 2026
— BBC
Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans
— The Guardian
Trump announced plans to withdraw additional US troops from Germany, exceeding the initial troop reduction of 5,000 soldiers.
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