Amid the ongoing war in the Middle East, Switzerland banned the export of arms to America. Switzerland, citing neutrality in political differences, said that it will not approve arms exports as long as the war continues in West Asia. This action may affect the supply of arms to America. Switzerland had earlier also banned the export of arms to America during the Iraq War due to its neutrality.
Switzerland bans giving arms to America
The Swiss government said in a statement, ‘Countries involved in the war with Iran cannot be issued arms export licenses during the war. America too cannot be allowed to export weapons used in war at present. Following the US-led invasion of Iraq in 2003, Switzerland banned flights through Swiss airspace and banned arms exports to countries involved in the war. Later he lifted these restrictions.
Switzerland will take a decision after reviewing the war
The Swiss government said on Friday (20 March 2026) that no new licenses have been issued for the export of arms to the US since the attack on Iran by Israel and the US on February 28. The government said that a group of experts related to the defense sector will review the developments related to arms exports to America. It also has to be assessed whether there is a need to take any action under the Law of Neutrality or not.
The impact of this decision of Switzerland is also visible on America. Donald Trump may be saying in front of the media that he will not send troops to Iran, but the USS Tripoli warship with 2,200 Marine soldiers heading towards the Middle East is indicating something else. This has been revealed from satellite photos.