09.05.2026 23:27
US President Donald Trump is preparing to end military presence in Italy following Germany. Speaking to the Italian press, Trump stated that the Rome administration did not side with the US during critical processes, saying, "My trust is broken." Trump indicated that he has put the issue of withdrawing troops from bases in Italy on his agenda.
US President Donald Trump has reached the point of severing military ties with Italy, another critical ally in Europe after Germany. Speaking to the Italian press, Trump said, "My trust is broken," and announced that he is considering withdrawing troops from US bases in Italy.
"YOU WEREN'T WITH US WHEN WE NEEDED YOU"
In an exclusive interview with the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, Trump harshly criticized Italy's Middle East policy and its stance on Iran. When the reporter reminded him that Italy might send mine-sweeping ships to the region after a possible ceasefire, Trump interrupted and repeatedly said, "Italy was not with us when we needed it."
BASES IN ITALY MAY BE EVACUATED
Trump stated that despite the US's strategic presence in the region, he did not receive the expected support from Italy, and made the striking statement:
"I am considering withdrawing troops from bases in Italy. My trust is broken."
SECOND STOP AFTER GERMANY
Trump had previously announced a similar decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, which hosts the largest number of US soldiers in Europe (36,000). The Italy move is seen as part of Trump's policy to reduce military costs in Europe and punish allies that do not provide adequate support.