The United States has begun to suspend arms sales, including Patriot systems, to European allies, citing limited stocks.

The USA is restricting arms sales, including Patriot air defense systems, to European allies in order to prioritize the internal needs of the military. This decision was initially observed in negotiations with Denmark, which later signed a contract with a Franco-Italian consortium. The Pentagon justified the suspension by the need to preserve reserves for a possible conflict with China. Analysts warn that this change could affect both NATO security and the economy of American defense companies.