NATO adjusts defense plans as US reduces military assets in Europe
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NATO, US Pentagon, Gen. Alex Grynkewich
Europe, Kosovo
June 12, 2026
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The US is scaling down military assets in Europe to focus on Indo-Pacific threats. NATO is seeking alternative defense plans and urging European allies to fill the capability gaps. NATO is also optimizing its KFOR security force in Kosovo.
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