Ansa: Trump plans to withdraw 20,000 military personnel from Europe

23.01.2025, Rome.

US President Donald Trump plans to withdraw 20,000 US troops from Europe, the Italian agency Ansa reported on January 23, citing a European diplomatic source.

If Trump realizes this intention, the presence of US troops on the European continent will be reduced by 20%. This is part of a review of the United States’ commitment to defending Europe.

Trump also seeks to secure funding for the remaining troops from European countries, as these troops are an important deterrent. At the same time, according to the US president, the costs should not fall only on US taxpayers. The source specified that this issue was consistently raised by Trump at meetings with European leaders.

Source: Rossa Primavera News Agency