Donald Trump has said the United States is reviewing its military presence in Germany, raising the possibility of troop reductions amid rising tensions with Berlin. The statement comes after remarks by Friedrich Merz, who criticised the US approach to the Iran conflict and questioned Washington’s strategy. With more than 36,000 US troops currently stationed in Germany, any potential reduction could have major implications for European security and the broader NATO alliance.

Ukraine is witnessing one of its most volatile phases yet, as a fresh wave of drone and missile strikes leaves at least 16 people dead across multiple regions. The escalation comes at a deeply symbolic moment, the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, amplifying fears of a renewed nuclear threat in an already fragile war zone. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued a stark warning, pointing to continued risks surrounding nuclear safety as Russian attacks persist. Concerns have intensified after reports of Shahed drone activity near Chernobyl, including a past strike on the protective confinement structure. WATCH