Germany Withdraws Some Troops From Iraq Over Iran Tensions
- 35 soldiers temporarily moved to Jordan, Kuwait, ministry says
- Troops were taking part in training mission, could return
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Germany has temporarily moved some troops from Iraq due to safety concerns following the U.S. killing of a top Iranian general.
Of Germany’s 120 soldiers in Iraq as part of a training mission, 32 have transferred to Jordan and three to Kuwait, Defense Ministry Spokesman Joerg Schroeder said Tuesday by phone. The troops could return anytime to continue the mission if the Iraqi government agrees, although it has been suspended for the time being, Schroeder said.