NATO Spokesperson: Seeking Details from the U.S. on the Withdrawal Plan of U.S. Troops from Germany
Xinhua News Agency, Brussels, May 2 (Reporters Zhang Zhaoqing and Ding Yinghua) - NATO spokesperson Allison Hart stated on the 2nd that NATO is working with the United States to understand the details of the U.S. military withdrawal plan from Germany.
The spokesperson indicated that this adjustment highlights the necessity for Europe to continue increasing defense investments and to take on greater responsibility for collective security.
The spokesperson mentioned that NATO member countries agreed at the summit held in The Hague, Netherlands, last year to raise defense and related security spending to 5% of their gross domestic product. So far, NATO has seen relevant progress and is confident in ensuring its deterrence and defense capabilities.
According to a report by DPA on the 2nd, German Defense Minister Pistorius stated in an interview with the media that the plan to withdraw about 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany is "foreseeable" and emphasized that Europe must take on more responsibility in security and defense.
Recently, the leaders of Germany and the United States have publicly expressed differences regarding the situation in Iran. U.S. President Trump posted on social media on April 29 that the U.S. government is assessing the possibility of reducing the number of U.S. troops stationed in Germany. The Pentagon announced on May 1 that it is planning to withdraw about 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany, expected to be completed within the next 6 to 12 months.
NATO is collaborating with the U.S. to clarify the details of the planned withdrawal of approximately 5000 U.S. troops from Germany, expected to occur within the next 6 to 12 months. This adjustment underscores the necessity for Europe to enhance defense spending and assume greater responsibility for collective security. Recent statements from U.S. and German officials reflect a growing concern over security responsibilities in Europe.
- NATO is working with the U.S. to understand the details of troop withdrawal from Germany.
- The U.S. plans to withdraw approximately 5000 troops from Germany within 6 to 12 months.
- NATO members agreed to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP at a summit in The Hague last year.
- Germany's Defense Minister emphasized the need for Europe to take more responsibility for security.