After removing 5,000 troops from Germany, Nato diplomats expect further cuts, possibly in Italy, and cancellation of planned long-range missile deployments in Germany.
Officials say Washington may also skip some exercises and shift forces toward allies seen as more supportive of the US-Israeli war against Iran.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe wants to keep Nato functioning despite strains exposed by the conflict, stressing alliance unity matters more than troop numbers.
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