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Pentagon weighs major troop drawdown in Europe, with 40,000 at stake
The Pentagon is considering withdrawing 25,000 or more troops from the approximately 80,000-strong U.S. military presence in Europe, with options including an increase to 40,000 troops. No final decision has been made, but Germany, Italy and Spain are expected to be affected by a possible restructuring.
The Pentagon's review of a possible restructuring of the U.S. military presence in Europe is considering the withdrawal of approximately 25,000 or more troops from the region. Options also include increasing the number of troops withdrawn to as many as 40,000.
With approximately 80,000 U.S. troops stationed in Europe, such a move could reduce the American military presence on the continent by nearly one-third. No final decision on the troop withdrawal has been made.
Germany, Italy and Spain on the list
Germany, Italy and Spain are among the countries that could be affected by a possible restructuring because they host some of the largest U.S. military deployments in Europe.
The Pentagon's six-month review is considering different arrangements for the air, naval and ground forces. The possible redeployment of some U.S. units to NATO's eastern flank is also under consideration.
Initial assessment expected Friday
General Alexus Grynkewich, who heads U.S. European Command and serves as NATO's supreme allied commander, is expected to present the initial assessment to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday.
Hegseth is expected to receive the final recommendation on November 6, after which any proposal would be forwarded to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Disagreement continues in Washington
The Trump administration wants European countries to assume greater responsibility for conventional defense. This approach envisions directing more of the U.S. military's resources to other regions.
The possible reduction has raised concerns among some members of Congress and European governments. They have warned that a rapid withdrawal could affect NATO's ability to deter Russia.
The State Department and the Pentagon have differed during the review. In June, Secretary of State Marco Rubio intervened after the Pentagon began preparing a briefing for NATO defense ministers on large-scale reduction options.
Senators have called on Rubio to ensure the State Department and U.S. diplomats fully participate in the review of the force structure.
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