Why in the World Are We Pulling Troops out of Poland? | Command Post
The article discusses the recent decision to pull U.S. troops out of Poland, as highlighted by Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling and Ben Parker. They analyze NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's comments regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the implications of U.S. and Israeli actions in Iran. The conversation reflects on the broader geopolitical context and the impact of troop withdrawals on regional stability.
- ▪U.S. troops are being withdrawn from Poland, raising questions about NATO's strategic posture.
- ▪NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made comments regarding the Strait of Hormuz that are relevant to the discussion.
- ▪The U.S. and Israel reportedly have plans involving Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's return to power in Iran.
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| Original publisher | The Bulwark |
| Canonical URL | https://www.thebulwark.com/p/why-in-the-world-are-we-pulling-troops |
| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 16:15:11 GMT |
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Preview206Why in the World Are We Pulling Troops out of Poland? | Command PostA recording from The Bulwark's live videoMark Hertling and Benjamin ParkerMay 20, 2026∙ Paid206ShareLt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.) and Ben Parker went live on Wednesday morning to give their takes on NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's comments about the Strait of Hormuz and the reported plan by the U.S. and Israel to install Mahmoud Ahmadinejad back to power in Iran.
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