U.S. Orders Withdrawal of 5,000 Troops From Germany

(The Epoch Times)—The United States has ordered the withdrawal of about 5,000 troops from Germany, a Pentagon spokesperson said May 1.

“This decision follows a thorough review of the Department’s force posture in Europe and is in recognition of theater requirements and conditions on the ground,” spokesman Sean Parnell told The Epoch Times.

Parnell said the withdrawal could be completed over the next six to 12 months.

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