Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Donald Trump meet in the Oval Office in March. (Jonathan Ernst/Reuters) | | | | | | | What to know Germany's defense minister said the U.S. troop withdrawal from Germany was anticipated amid tensions between President Trump and Chancellor Merz over the Iran war. The Pentagon announced the drawdown of 5,000 troops, with completion expected in 6-12 months. NATO and German officials emphasized the need for Europe to invest more in defense. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | Opinion Letters to the Editor | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |