UN to slash global peacekeeping force, amid U.S. funding cuts
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The United Nations is preparing to slash its global peacekeeping force, cutting 13,000 to 14,000 troops and police from missions worldwide, following major U.S. funding reductions under President Trump’s renewed “America First” policy.
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- UN to cut up to 14,000 troops and police from global peacekeeping missions.
- US funding reductions under President Trump's policy prompt the cuts. 6s
- A 25% reduction in personnel and 15% budget cut will affect missions in Congo, South Sudan, Lebanon, and Somalia. 18s
- US contribution to UN peacekeeping drops from $1 billion to $680 million. 32s
- Currently, about 52,000 peacekeepers operate in 11 conflict zones worldwide. 56s