The United States is considering a crucial simplification in its military presence in Europe? According to NBC, citing Western officials, planned changes could mean the withdrawal of about 25,000 soldiers from the continent, as well as parts of aircraft, ships and another military equipment. The biggest changes would concern Germany, Italy and Spain, where a large proportion of American forces in Europe are now concentrated.
According to another sources, the scale of possible reductions may be even higher. In specified a scenario, up to 40,000 U.S. military could be withdrawn from Europe, which would be about half of the current quota. NBC points out that the implementation of specified a plan would mean the biggest limitation of American military presence in Europe since the end of the Cold War.
The commentators point out that a crucial simplification in U.S. military engagement could be perceived by Russia as a sign of increased activity. At the same time, NBC stresses that no final decisions have yet been taken on this issue.
According to the station's information on Friday, General Alexus Grynkewich, commanding American forces in Europe and NATO structures in the region, is expected to present his assessment of the situation and possible options for further action to US Secretary of defence Pete Hegseth.
NBC indicates that the analysis may include 4 possible scenarios. Among the options under consideration are the restrictions on American aviation, naval or land troops, as well as changes in another military capabilities. 1 option may besides be to shift any of the forces presently stationed in another European countries closer to the east flank of NATO.
Reports do not concern Poland?
Reports of a possible simplification of American engagement came shortly after Donald Trump's declaration of advancement on the establishment of a permanent US military base in Poland. The president of the United States has announced that the location of the future base may be presented shortly.
Information about possible reductions was addressed in the Sejm by Deputy Prime Minister and National Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz. He noted that the scenarios presented by the media concern another European countries and do not relate to Poland. At the same time, he stressed that the final position on this issue should inactive be awaited.
Kosiniak-Kamish referred to akin reports besides in May. At the time, he reported that the American side maintained its commitment to Poland's safety and defence. He besides pointed out that there are changes in the deployment of American troops and equipment in Europe, but this does not mean a decision to limit US military capabilities in Poland. As he pointed out, the actions taken at the time were not aimed at a strategical partnership between Warsaw and Washington.
