U.S. to withdraw 5K troops from Germany, Pentagon says amid Trump-Merz feud

Posted May 1, 2026 6:55 pm 1 min read 1:54 U.S. mulls Iran’s peace proposal Iran is reportedly proposing to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a ceasefire and an end to the U.S. counter-blockade in the strait. Mike Armstrong looks at why U.S. President Donald Trump may reject Iran's offer, how international frustration is mounting over the war's economic effects, and what German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is now saying about the U.S. The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next 6-12 months, the Pentagon said Friday. U.S. President Donald Trump had threatened to withdraw some troops from the NATO ally earlier this week as he continues to feud with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the U.S-Israel war against Iran. Merz said the U.S. was being “humiliated” by the Iranian leadership and criticized Washington’s lack of strategy in the war.Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said in a statement that the “decision follows a thorough review of the Department’s force posture in Europe and is in recognition of theater requirements and conditions on the ground.” Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending