US to delay weapons deliveries to some European countries due to Iran war: Reuters
The delays affect already paid contracts as depleted U.S. stockpiles strain ammunition and air-defense supplies, officials said.
- In Washington, U.S. officials informed European counterparts that previously contracted weapon deliveries face delays as the ongoing Iran war strains critical stockpiles.
- President Donald Trump previously pushed European NATO partners to purchase US-made materiel through the Foreign Military Sales program, but the war against Iran has now stretched US supplies.
- Several European nations, particularly in the Baltic region and Scandinavia, will experience these delays, which include various munitions for offensive and defensive purposes.
- Frustration in European capitals has prompted officials to increasingly consider weapons systems manufactured within Europe instead of waiting for delayed US shipments.
- US officials argue these weapons are necessary for the Middle East, faulting European nations for failing to assist in securing the Strait of Hormuz.
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US to delay weapons deliveries to some European countries due to Iran war, sources say
Some European counterparts have been told that select U.S. weapons deliveries may be delayed as the Iran war continues to draw on weapons stocks.
U.S. officials have reportedly warned that some planned arms shipments to European countries may be delayed due to the strain on ammunition stockpiles caused by the ongoing war with Iran. The delays are said to particularly affect some countries in the Baltic and Scandinavian regions.
According to a report, the US cannot directly comply with some agreed arms deliveries. Countries in Scandinavia and the Baltic States are affected.
U.S. government representatives had informed their European colleagues that the Iran conflict was in conflict with the weapons stockpiles, they say. Washington has no official statement on this.
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