Switzerland has halted arms exports to the United States, citing its neutrality and ongoing conflicts. The decision, announced Friday, prevents companies from receiving licenses to export weapons and ammunition to the US.
This move aligns with Swiss law, which prohibits the sale of war materiel to nations involved in armed conflict. The country has previously invoked this policy to restrict sales to both Israel and Iran.
The Swiss government has also closed its airspace to US military flights directly connected to the conflict in Iran. Officials stated that authorizing exports of war materiel to the US is currently not possible.
The temporary halt impacts new US arms and ammunition orders, reinforcing Switzerland’s longstanding tradition of neutrality.