In an op-ed, Hudson Institute’s Daniel Kochis argues that the Pentagon should not reduce America’s military presence in Europe. He says Russia must be convinced that U.S. presence, together with NATO members’ firepower, is sufficient to avoid a direct confrontation.
WHO:Daniel Kochis (Hudson Institute)
WHAT:Argues the Pentagon should not pull back from Europe to deter Russia from risking direct confrontation.
WHEN:Reported Sep 11, 2026 at 11:12 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:To keep Russia convinced that America’s presence and European NATO members’ firepower are enough to prevent a direct confrontation.
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