The USA warns European countries that previously contracted arms deliveries will be delayed due to the war with Iran (Reuters)

Sources within the American authorities have informed European partners that deliveries of weapons, purchased through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, will be delayed due to the consumption of stockpiles of arms in the conflict with Iran. These delays affect several European countries, including those in the Baltic region and Scandinavia.

The war, which escalated after the American-Israeli airstrikes on February 28, is putting pressure on U.S. military resources, and European officials are complaining about the difficulties generated by these delays. In the past, the U.S. has encouraged European allies to purchase American military equipment, but frequent delays have led some European capitals to consider local alternatives. Additionally, American officials emphasize the necessity of these weapons for operations in the Middle East, criticizing European states for their lack of support in opening the Strait of Hormuz.