US PRESIDENT Donald Trump has hinted at a potential withdrawal of American military personnel from Italy and Spain, launching a scathing critique of both nations regarding their positions on the persisting conflict with Iran.
The move has further exacerbated the widening diplomatic chasm between Washington and its traditional European partners.
Addressing the media at the Oval Office, the US President confirmed that he is actively evaluating a scaleback of troop deployments. When questioned about possible reductions in the two NATO member states, Trump remarked, “Yeah, probably, I probably will. Why shouldn’t I?”
He further expressed his dissatisfaction with their lack of cooperation, stating, “Italy has not been of any help to us and Spain has been horrible, absolutely horrible.”
These developments represent a fresh peak in hostilities between the United States and its NATO allies, many of whom have declined to participate directly in the US-led military offensive against Iran or the mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
The President’s remarks regarding Italy and Spain follow closely on the heels of his announcement that Washington is “studying and reviewing the possible reduction” of its military presence in Germany, indicating a systematic re-evaluation of the US strategic footprint across Europe.
Official data from late 2025 shows that the US maintains a significant presence in the region, with 12,662 active-duty troops in Italy and 3,814 in Spain, while Germany remains the primary hub with over 36,000 personnel.
ANI
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