U.S. Plans to Reduce Military Presence in Europe by 30%

The United States is considering a 30% reduction in its military presence in Europe, according to Politico, citing a source within NATO. The move comes as part of a broader global reassessment of U.S. military deployments, driven by shifting strategic priorities.

Currently, around 100,000 U.S. troops are stationed across Europe. The potential reduction could affect up to 30,000 personnel, particularly those serving on a rotational basis in Poland, Romania and the Baltic states.

The Pentagon’s Force Posture Review, expected this fall, will outline the final decision.

Concerns in Europe

The news has raised concerns in European capitals, particularly in Berlin, where officials worry that the drawdown could weaken NATO’s collective defense capabilities.

«We must acknowledge that the U.S. has its own strategic interests—in the Indo-Pacific and in securing maritime trade routes,» said German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.

The planned reallocation reflects Washington’s increasing focus on countering China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific region, reinforcing alliances there, and ensuring the safety of key sea lanes.

Kursiv Uzbekistan also reports that the U.S. had finalised a trade agreement with the European Union.