Pentagon Unveils Sweeping Review of US Military Footprint Across Europe
A US soldier takes part in an exercise called «Saber Junction» at the military area in Hohenfels near Regensburg, southern Germany
MOSCOW (Sputnik) — The Pentagon will conduct a six-month review of the deployment of its forces in Europe, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said on Thursday. «I am announcing today a six-month Department of War review that will examine America’s force posture and basing in Europe. Up to six months could be less. Let’s call it the NATO 3.0 review. This review will be conducted with the benefit of inputs from the United States military, from European command. It will involve consultations with the US Congress and with our allies, but make no mistake about it. This will be a real review,» Hegseth said at a meeting of the heads of the NATO defense ministries, adding that «it is a review that some countries will fail, and others will pass with flying colors.»The US maintains a widespread military presence across Europe, with its largest contingent—over 35,000 troops—stationed in Germany. Other key locations include Poland, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and Belgium.During Donald Trump’s presidency, the US has repeatedly asked its NATO allies to step up military spending. Based on the decision adopted during the 2025 NATO summit in The Hague, each member country should increase its contribution to at least 5% of its GDP by 2035.
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