Germany’s top diplomat says ties with the United States are “complicated” and he fears America’s domestic discord could further fuel international tensions.
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas, wears a face mask to protect against the coronavirus following a meeting with his Italian counterpart Di Maio at the Foreign Office in Berlin, Germany, Friday, June 5, 2020.
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said in an interview published Sunday that if the U.S. goes ahead with plans to withdraw thousands of troops stationed in“values the cooperation with U.S. forces that has grown over decades. It is in the interest of both our countries.”has ordered the Pentagon to reduce the number of U.S. troops in Germany by 9,500. Currently there are 34,500 American service members permanently assigned in Germany as part of a long-standing arrangement with America’s NATO ally.
He voiced concerns that the U.S. presidential election campaign could further polarize America and stoke populist politics.
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