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Berlin urges stronger European defence

Germany’s defence minister said the US troop reduction should encourage European countries to strengthen their own defenses.
WHO: Germany’s defence minister
WHAT: Germany urged stronger European defense following a US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany
WHEN: May 2, 2026 at 10:37 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: The reduction in American troops should encourage European countries to strengthen their own defenses further.
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