Gen. Christopher Donahue to unexpectedly relinquish command of Army Europe and Africa

The Pentagon confirmed that Gen. Christopher Donahue will unexpectedly relinquish command of US Army Europe and Africa on July 2. Having served only 18 months in the role, Donahue was previously known as the last U.S. soldier to exit Afghanistan in 2021. His departure is part of a growing trend of senior military exits under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The transition marks a sudden change in leadership for the US Army's regional operations.