Pentagon Plans Troop Reduction In Germany Amid Displeasure with NATO

Africa Command are both headquartered there, and Ramstein Air Base serves as a central hub for U.S. military operations in Europe and beyond.

Officials said the troop reduction will not impact operations at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, the largest U.S. military hospital overseas. The facility has played a critical role in treating American service members wounded in overseas conflicts.

The decision comes as President Donald Trump has expressed frustration with NATO allies over their level of support during the ongoing conflict involving Iran. Trump has publicly criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and other European leaders for not taking a more direct role.