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U.S. Reduces Troops in Eastern Europe, Shifts Focus Home

10/30/2025

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The United States will reduce its troop presence in Eastern Europe by pulling 700 soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division, per U.S. and Romanian officials.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the shift prioritizes domestic and regional needs over European security.
Romania and Poland will maintain U.S. military support, with Poland's defense ministry confirming its troop presence remains unchanged.

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The United States will reduce its troop presence in Eastern Europe by pulling 700 soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division, per U.S. and Romanian officials.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the shift prioritizes domestic and regional needs over European security.
Romania and Poland will maintain U.S. military support, with Poland's defense ministry confirming its troop presence remains unchanged.