US Warns Europe of Arms Delays as Iran War Strains Stockpiles
The United States has warned European partners that deliveries of weapons already ordered may be delayed by the war with Iran, which is putting a significant strain on US stockpiles.
According to Reuters, several countries are affected, including those in the Baltics and Scandinavia. These are mainly contracts under the Foreign Military Sales program, through which Europe buys US equipment.
The delays point to growing pressure on US military capabilities, which have already been strained by arms supplies to Ukraine and support for Israel.
European countries warn that the situation is complicating their defense planning, especially in the face of security threats from Russia. The United States argues that weapons are currently needed in the Middle East.