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U.S. is cutting 800 troops in Romania, shifting focus to Indo-Pacific amid strong NATO commitments.
The U.S. is reducing its troop presence in Romania, withdrawing about 800 soldiers from the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team without replacement, as part of a broader shift in military posture toward the Indo-Pacific and domestic priorities.
Around 1,000 U.S. troops will remain in Romania across three bases.
The Pentagon says the move reflects growing European defense capabilities and does not signal reduced commitment to NATO or Article 5.
While U.S. Army Europe and Africa describe it as routine, top Republican lawmakers have criticized the decision as poorly coordinated and potentially undermining deterrence amid ongoing Russian activity in NATO airspace.
NATO officials confirm U.S. forces in Europe remain at historically high levels, and the alliance continues to strengthen eastern defenses through operations like Eastern Sentry.
EE.UU. está recortando 800 tropas en Rumania, cambiando el enfoque a Indo-Pacífico en medio de fuertes compromisos de la OTAN.