US cuts down number of combat troops in Europe

The US Department of War has reduced the total number of Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs) assigned to Europe from four to three. "This returns us to the levels of BCTs in Europe in 2021. This decision was the result of a comprehensive, multilayered process focused on US force posture in Europe," the Dept. said in a statement on Tuesday. This is resulting in a temporary delay of the deployment of US forces to Poland, which is a model US ally. The Department will determine the final disposition of these and other US forces in Europe based on further analysis of US strategic and operational requirements, as well as our allies' own ability to contribute forces toward Europe's defense. "This analysis is designed to advance President Trump's America First agenda in Europe and other theaters, including by incentivizing and enabling our NATO allies to take primary responsibility for Europe's conventional defense. "Secretary Hegseth spoke with Polish Deputy Prime Minister Kosiniak-Kamysz earlier today, and the Department will remain in close contact with our Polish counterparts as this analysis proceeds, including to ensure that the United States retains a strong military presence in Poland," according to the statement. Poland has shown both the ability and resolve to defend itself. Other NATO allies should follow suit. The Department will provide more information at the appropriate time, in the appropriate setting the statement added.