US withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, US officials say
The move comes as a rift over the Iran war widens between President Donald Trump and Europe.
By Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali, Reuters
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US Army tests fresh drones, 3D printers at ‘Balikatan’ drill in the Philippines
In addition, the lab was testing a containerized solar-panel micro grid to generate electricity, a quieter alternative to diesel generators.
Some US troops cite benefits of Germany presence as Trump threatens pullback
Germany is the U.S. military’s largest footprint in Europe, with some 35,000 active-duty military personnel, and serves as a key training hub.
By Cassell Bryan-Low, Louisa Off and Anja Guder, Reuters
US combatant chiefs want more amphibious ready groups, Marine commandant says
The four-star officers who lead U.S. military commands have all requested the support of amphibious ready groups and Marine Expeditionary Units.
By Riley Ceder
Trump says ‘probably’ when asked if he might pull US troops out of Italy, Spain
The comment came one day after Trump announced that Washington was looking at reducing the number of U.S. military personnel in Germany.
By Humeyra Pamuk, Reuters
The US Army wants to manufacture meatless proteins in combat zones
The service "is exploring how the emerging alternative-protein sector can help meet several objectives, including enhancing food supply chain resilience."
By Michael Peck