German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he must accept that President Donald Trump does not share his opinions in order to work with the United States within NATO, but stressed there was no link between their rift and a planned troop drawdown. Merz dismissed suggestions that his criticism o…
VILSECK, Germany — The picturesque Bavarian town of Vilseck has hosted U.S. forces since the end of World War II and could bear the brunt of President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw at least 5,000 troops from Germany.
A sign marks the entrance of Rose Barracks military community, the base of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment of the U.S. Army and the only permanent brigade combat team in Germany, near Vilseck, Germany, May 5.
Fatmir Fazliji, 40, owner of Friends Pizza, looks out the window of his diner in Vilseck, Germany, May 4. “If 5000 troops leave, it will affect everyone and that would be a downfall for the town. I have 90 percent American clients,” said Fazliji.
A sign marks the entrance of Rose Barracks military community, the base of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment of the U.S. Army and the only permanent brigade combat team in Germany, near Vilseck, Germany, May 5.
Fatmir Fazliji, 40, owner of Friends Pizza, looks out the window of his diner in Vilseck, Germany, May 4. “If 5000 troops leave, it will affect everyone and that would be a downfall for the town. I have 90 percent American clients,” said Fazliji.
