Germany to cover salaries for 11,000 US military base staff

Germany will cover the salaries of approximately 11,000 local staff employed at U.S. military bases amid the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. This decision ensures that these employees will receive their pay for October despite the funding impasse in Washington.

The German government has described this move as "a sign of solidarity" with the U.S. military personnel and their support staff. Berlin anticipates that the U.S. government will reimburse the costs associated with these salary payments.

This development comes as the U.S. faces a budgetary deadlock, affecting various government operations and services. The situation has drawn parallels to other recent developments, such as the resignation of Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė over budget issues.

As the situation evolves, further updates regarding the U.S. government"s response and any potential reimbursement to Germany are expected.