What Happened
Pentagon Seeks Proof of Commitment to Regional Defense
The US has begun reducing its military presence in Europe, with around 80,000 troops still deployed, and is pressing NATO allies to take on more responsibility for regional defense. The Pentagon has launched a review to determine the extent of further force reductions, which will depend on the effectiveness of European allies and Canada in overhauling NATO. US Under Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby praised Germany, Poland, and Scandinavian countries for their efforts, but expressed hope for more commitment from countries like the UK. The development was reported by the Associated Press, according to an article in Greenwich Time.