Europe couldn't replace US forces 'overnight': German defence minister

Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 14, 2025 German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said Friday it would be difficult for Europe to substitute for US troops on the continent, amid speculation Washington could reduce its forces. "We would have to compensate for what the Americans are doing less of in Europe," Pistorius said on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. "But that can't happen overnight," Pistorius said. T

Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 14, 2025
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said Friday it would be difficult for Europe to substitute for US troops on the continent, amid speculation Washington could reduce its forces. "We would have to compensate for what the Americans are doing less of in Europe," Pistorius said on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. "But that can't happen overnight," Pistorius said. T

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