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Euronews (5 November 2025)

By Alice Tidey

Both the NATO chief and the Romanian president insisted that they have no concerns that the withdrawal of US troops from the country will weaken its defence or that of the wider eastern flank.

NATO chief Mark Rutte on Wednesday sought to downplay concerns over the partial withdrawal of US troops in Romania during a visit to the country, insisting Washington remains committed to defending the alliance's eastern flank.

"Adjustments to US force posture are not unusual," Rutte told reporters during a press conference alongside Romanian President Nicușor Dan.

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