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United States cuts military aid in Europe and Middle East to support nations aligned with Trump in the Americas
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United States cuts military aid in Europe and Middle East to support nations aligned with Trump in the Americas

Sábado15 September 2026 at 17:29

The United States announced a redirection of 45 million euros in military funding. The State Department notified Congress on Tuesday about this decision.

The funds will be removed from four countries: Slovakia, North Macedonia, Tunisia and Iraq. These nations will lose part of the military support they received from the United States.

The money will be transferred to three countries in the Americas: Panama, Ecuador and Colombia. These nations are described as aligned with Trump.

This decision represents a shift in the United States' foreign aid policy, prioritizing nations in the American region at the expense of allies in Europe and the Middle East.

Why this matters

This decision directly affects the nations losing military funding, including European allies such as Slovakia and North Macedonia, and represents a significant shift in US foreign policy, prioritizing American nations aligned with the Trump administration. Readers from these regions may see impact on their defense programs and military cooperation with Washington.

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