Heads up, global news fans! 🌍 Romania's defence ministry announced that the US plans to scale back its brigade rotation across Europe's eastern flank, including troops set for Romania's Mihail Kogalniceanu air base.
The change comes as Washington shifts focus to homeland defence and the Indo-Pacific region, asking Europe to take on more of its own security duties. Yet, Romania will still host around 1,000 US troops — a clear sign that the alliance isn't stepping back. 💪
NATO described the move as a standard "adjustment" and highlighted that US forces in Europe remain higher than pre-2022 levels. A NATO official added that Washington's dedication to collective defence is as strong as ever. 🤝
While some Eastern European capitals fret over a shrinking US footprint, President Trump suggested in September that troop numbers in Poland could even increase. For now, Mihail Kogalniceanu air base will keep buzzing with activity, reinforcing security ties on the eastern flank. 🔒✈️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
