The Trump administration is preparing to withdraw 5,000 American troops from Germany, signaling rising tensions between Washington and key European allies over support for US military operations involving Iran, according to CBS News.

Senior defense officials said the Pentagon is planning a partial draw down amid President Donald Trump’s dissatisfaction with NATO allies, particularly Germany, over their involvement in the ongoing conflict with Iran. The United States maintains about 36,000 active-duty personnel in Germany, along with key installations including USEuropean Command, USAfrica Command and Ramstein Air Base, a major logistics hub.