Trump warns of more cuts following withdrawal of 5,000 US troops from Germany

President Trump announced the withdrawal of approximately 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany and warned Saturday that further reductions could follow, stating 'we're cutting a lot further than 5,000.' The Pentagon confirmed the withdrawal order on Friday, which comes amid diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and German Chancellor Merkel over Iran policy and Israel-related conflicts. The Hill's reporting, bylined by Sarah Davis, presents Trump's direct quote and the Pentagon confirmation, reflecting standard wire-service sourcing practices. Independent coverage from BBC, CNN, NBC, and CBS corroborates both the 5,000-troop figure and the context that the withdrawal stems from disagreements with Germany's leadership over Iran policy, with CBS adding that Germany currently hosts over 35,000 U.S. service members. Watch for official clarification from the Pentagon or State Department on the timeline and scope of further potential withdrawals, and monitor German government responses and NATO allied reactions to the threat of deeper troop reductions.