The US said Wednesday it would pull some troops out from NATO's eastern flank, denying the move amounted to an American withdrawal from Europe. France's defense minister said the country remains committed 'to the collective defense of the European continent.'

According to the ministry, about 1,000 US troops will remain in the country, which means the contingent will be reduced by about 700 personnel

Bucharest said between 900 and 1,000 American troops would remain stationed in Romania - down from 1,700.

Units stationed in Romania will be redeployed to Kentucky. US military officials denied that the move signals a reduced commitment to NATO.

The US said Wednesday it would pull some troops out from NATO's eastern flank, denying the move amounted to an American withdrawal from Europe. France's defense minister said the…