Trump rejects reports of US military base closure in Greece

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United States President Donald Trump has dismissed reports that the US plans to shut down its military operations in the northern Greek port city of Alexandroupoli.

Addressing the claims during a press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump initially expressed surprise when asked about the alleged closure. After seeking clarification from US officials, he confirmed that the report was inaccurate, stating, “It’s not a correct story.”

Donald Trump has broad immunity from criminal prosecution for actions taken in office as president. Photo CNN.
Donald Trump has denied the facility in Greece will close. Photo: CNN.

A US Department of Defense official echoed this, telling Anadolu Agency there is no American military base in Alexandroupoli to close. Instead, the US has access to Greek facilities under the Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement (MDCA), using the port as a key transportation hub for moving personnel and equipment in and out of Europe.

The strategic importance of Alexandroupoli has grown significantly since the start of the war in Ukraine, serving as a crucial supply route for NATO and US military forces in Eastern Europe.

The use of the port falls under the five-year framework of the MDCA, signed in May 2022, which allows for an increased US military presence in Greece.

Greek daily Dimokratia was among the outlets claiming Trump had ordered the closure of the base.

Source: Ekathimerini and Anadolu Agency

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