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Trump says US troop cuts in Germany will go further
Filed: May 03, 2026 at 10:03 AM ET
Summary: Trump said the US will cut its troop presence in Germany much further than 5,000, escalating a dispute with Friedrich Merz.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump announces further US troop reductions in Germany beyond 5,000
WHEN: May 03, 2026 at 12:42 AM ET
WHERE: Florida, USA
WHY: The statement escalates a dispute with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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