According to Greek media, under the influence of the leaders of Russia and Turkey, Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Donald Trump was alleged to have decided to withdraw American forces and close the base in Alexandroupoli,
U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly ordered the closure of the U.S. military base in Alexandroupoli, Greece, marking a significant shift in U.S. military strategy in the region. The decision, as reported by Greek newspaper Dimokratia,
During a press conference in the Oval Office alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump was asked about the alleged closure. Initially appearing unaware of the issue, he turned to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and then to Hegseth for clarification. Hegseth denied the reports, and Trump reiterated that the claims were false.