NATO Wants Details of US Plan to Pull 5,000 Troops From Germany

The US has ordered the drawdown of roughly 5,000 troops from Germany over the next year, following through on President Donald Trump’s threats to reduce American military presence in the country as tensions escalate over the war with Iran.

A NATO spokesperson said the defense alliance is looking for details on the US effort, adding that Washington’s move underscores the need for Europe to continue to invest more in its own defence.

The alliance remains confident of its ability to provide for deterrence and defense as a shift toward a stronger Europe in a stronger NATO continues, the spokesperson ...