US notifies Europe of arms shipment delays
The United States has quietly warned some European allies to expect delays in weapons deliveries, as the ongoing war with Iran is draining U.S. military stockpiles. The Pentagon is now prioritizing the replenishment of its own warehouses over foreign arms shipments. According to Reuters, the warning was sent to a number of allies in Europe, including the Baltic states and Scandinavian countries, among other unnamed nations.
Reuters reports the delays are specifically due to the war with Iran drawing on U.S. weapons stocks.
Reuters has confirmed the earlier report, citing U.S. officials who state the delays are due to the Iran war drawing on weapons stocks.
Reuters has published an exclusive report with additional sourcing, confirming the delays are due to the Iran war drawing on U.S. weapons stocks.
Reuters reports the Pentagon is prioritizing its own needs and ongoing operations as the cause for the delays.
Reuters reports that U.S. officials have directly told European partners about the likely delays.
Reuters reports the warning was sent to allies in Europe, specifically naming the Baltic states and Scandinavian countries.
