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New York Times: U.S. Plans Major Cut to NATO Force Posture in Europe

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

100% right-leaningFirst reported by Now 14 · Jun 12, 2026
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What happened

The New York Times reports that the United States plans to significantly reduce military assets assigned to NATO in Europe. The proposed cuts include fewer fighter jets, reduced intelligence and refueling aircraft, and the redeployment of major naval and bomber assets.

  • 01U.S. plans a major reduction in forces assigned to NATO in Europe.
  • 02Fighter jets would drop from about 150 to about 100.
  • 03Intelligence and aerial refueling aircraft would also be reduced.
  • 04An aircraft carrier, missile submarine, and bomber forces would be reassigned.

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OrganizationsThe New York Times, NATO

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 12, 2026
New York Times: U.S. Plans Major Cut to NATO Force Posture in Europe
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Trump Moves Toward Reducing U.S. Military Support for NATO in Europe

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