Switzerland Has Suspended Arms Exports to the United States
Amidst ongoing armed conflict in the Middle East, unexpected and significant political decisions are being made on the international stage. Zamin.uz reports on this matter.
Based on its firm principles of neutrality, Switzerland expressed sharp dissatisfaction with the United States' military actions against Iran. We will analyze this decision and its consequences for the White House.
As military tensions with Iran escalated, the Swiss government officially halted arms and military equipment exports to the US. Bern justified this decision by citing the country's long-standing neutrality policy, emphasizing that military technologies should not be supplied to parties involved in armed conflicts.
For Washington, this decision came as an unexpected blow. Following the start of large-scale military operations by the US and Israel against Iran, Switzerland had already ceased issuing new arms export licenses.
Furthermore, on March 14, Switzerland also banned US reconnaissance aircraft from flying over its airspace. Economically, this decision holds significant importance.
In 2025, the US imported $120 million worth of military products from Switzerland, making Bern its second-largest supplier. According to analyst G'ayratxo'ja G'afforxo'ja o'g'li, the Swiss military industry supplies critical components for US defense systems; therefore, these restrictions could seriously impact Pentagon plans.
The war against Iran indicates a weakening of Washington's position on the international stage. Even NATO members such as Great Britain and France are refraining from intervening in the conflict parties at the Strait of Hormuz.
Former US President Donald Trump criticized European countries for their inactivity, leveling sharp accusations against them. Financially, the Pentagon is requesting an additional $200 billion from Congress to continue the war.
However, due to pressure from the public and the opposition, Trump is seeking ways to end the war. Meanwhile, despite powerful strikes, Iran continues to resist.
This situation demonstrates that the war is not only becoming economically costly but is also damaging the US's international reputation. In conclusion, Switzerland's decision indicates that the US is becoming increasingly isolated in the Western world.
Bern's status as an "impartial mediator" has once again been confirmed in practice. Dear readers, do you think other countries like Switzerland will also impose such restrictions against the US?
Could this political step influence the cessation of the war in the Middle East?
