The worst day in Germany, as the U.S. military decided to withdraw 5,000 soldiers.
Some argue, "Merz is personally destroying Germany."
On May 2, readers of Germany's online portal Die Welt were actively discussing the plan for the U.S. to pull out troops from Germany.
With Donald Trump announcing plans to withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops, Germans are growing anxious about their nation's future and condemning Chancellor Friedrich Merz's policies.
In the comment section of Die Welt, users described this move as "the worst day in Germany" and accused Merz of damaging relations with the United States and destabilizing domestic affairs.
One reader said: "Thank you, Merz," underscoring a negative attitude toward the German authorities' actions.
Some commentators noted that Germany itself is struggling, yet continues to lecture other nations’ presidents, while its own domestic situation has spiraled out of control.
Others claim, "Merz is personally destroying Germany," warning that the withdrawal of U.S. forces will lead to rising unemployment and declining revenue for local governments.
Previously, Donald Trump publicly criticized Chancellor Merz’s stance on Iran, stating he “has no idea what he’s talking about.”
Two days later, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed the plan to cut the number of U.S. troops stationed in Germany by 5,000.
Reports indicate that U.S. President Donald Trump harshly criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over his position on Iran’s nuclear program.
Against this backdrop of disagreements, the U.S. government is considering the possibility of reducing its military presence in federal Germany.
Online comments stated: "Now Germany will rise, and the U.S., as the victor, will limit its military development."
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