Germany Pulls Military Unit From Lithuania Amid Racism, Harassment Allegations 

Germany on Wednesday withdrew a platoon of its forces from Lithuania amid charges of serious misconduct.

Allegations include sexual harassment, racially charged comments and “extremist” behavior. "Particularly in Lithuania, where we stand side-by-side with our NATO partners for common values, such behavior by individuals isn't just completely inexcusable, it's absolutely shameful to us all," Defense Ministry spokesperson Christina Routsi told reporters in Berlin. The German defense ministry said some 30 troops would be repatriated, adding that if the allegations prove true, some will face immediate dismissal.