After the US was snubbed by allies over the Hormuz coalition, Switzerland on Friday (March 20) decided that it will not authorise the export of war material to America during the West Asia conflict. The move is in line with the long-standing Swiss principle of military neutrality as it has already refused Washignton's requests for flights over its territory since the start of the war on February 28.&nbsp;"The export of war materiel to countries involved in the international armed conflict with Iran cannot be authorised for the duration of the conflict," said a government statement.&nbsp;The Alpine country stated that a group of experts will regularly review exports to countries involved in conflict to assess their compatibility with neutrality.&nbsp;"Existing licences and exports of other goods will now be regularly reviewed by an interdepartmental group of experts, particularly with regard to their compatibility with neutrality. "Exports of war materiel to the USA cannot currently be authorised," and existing US licences will now face regular review, it said, whilst adding that Switzerland has not issued war materiel export licences to Israel or Iran for years, it added.&nbsp;The United States sources combat materials, including parts and spares for its fighter aircraft, large-calibre ammunition and specialised explosives, along with small arms and military aircraft.<h2>Allies snub Trump on Hormuz coalition</h2>Despite US President Donald Trump announcing a potential military coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, several of America's European allies have declined requests to join the war, focusing instead on defensive measures.&nbsp;German Chancellor Friedrich Merz explicitly ruled out participation in the conflict, emphasising that NATO remains a defensive alliance rather than a tool for military intervention. His firm stance highlights a growing rift between the US and its European allies.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-our-missile-industry-irgc-spokesman-warned-hours-before-being-killed-in-us-israel-strikes-1774005620904">‘Our missile industry…’: IRGC spokesman warned hours before being killed in US-Israel strikes</a>&nbsp;Similarly, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has insisted that the country will not be drawn into a wider war in West Asia, as European leaders collectively ruled out sending warships to the Strait.&nbsp;Spain will not take part in any military mission in the region, as Madrid’s defence and foreign affairs ministers stated on Monday that they consider the US-Israeli war on Iran to be outside the bounds of international law.&nbsp;Canada also has no intention of joining military operations against Iran. Foreign Minister Anita Anand told Bloomberg on Tuesday that Canada was not consulted prior to the offensive and "has no intention of participating.&nbsp;President Emmanuel Macron stated during a cabinet meeting on Tuesday that France is not a party to the conflict and will not take part in operations to "liberate" the Strait of Hormuz in the current context.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni joined the growing European backlash, calling the military campaign part of a trend of interventions "outside the scope of international law," while still acknowledging the threat Tehran poses to regional security.&nbsp;Even after meeting Trump at the White House on Thursday, Japan’s Prime Minister Sane Takaichi maintained a delicate "neutral but supportive" stance. She cited that Tokyo is exploring only "legally permissible options" to aid the United States in the ongoing war.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.)

The Alpine country stated that a group of experts will regularly review exports to countries involved in conflict to assess their compatibility with neutrality.

After the US was snubbed by allies over the Hormuz coalition, Switzerland on Friday (March 20) decided that it will not authorise the export of war material to America during the West Asia conflict. The move is in line with the long-standing Swiss principle of military neutrality as it has already refused Washignton's requests for flights over its territory since the start of the war on February 28. "The export of war materiel to countries involved in the international armed conflict with Iran cannot be authorised for the duration of the conflict," said a government statement. The Alpine country stated that a group of experts will regularly review exports to countries involved in conflict to assess their compatibility with neutrality. "Existing licences and exports of other goods will now be regularly reviewed by an interdepartmental group of experts, particularly with regard to their compatibility with neutrality. "Exports of war materiel to the USA cannot currently be authorised," and existing US licences will now face regular review, it said, whilst adding that Switzerland has not issued war materiel export licences to Israel or Iran for years, it added. The United States sources combat materials, including parts and spares for its fighter aircraft, large-calibre ammunition and specialised explosives, along with small arms and military aircraft. Allies snub Trump on Hormuz coalition Despite US President Donald Trump announcing a potential military coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, several of America's European allies have declined requests to join the war, focusing instead on defensive measures. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz explicitly ruled out participation in the conflict, emphasising that NATO remains a defensive alliance rather than a tool for military intervention. His firm stance highlights a growing rift between the US and its European allies. Also Read: ‘Our missile industry…’: IRGC spokesman warned hours before being killed in US-Israel strikes Similarly, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has insisted that the country will not be drawn into a wider war in West Asia, as European leaders collectively ruled out sending warships to the Strait. Spain will not take part in any military mission in the region, as Madrid’s defence and foreign affairs ministers stated on Monday that they consider the US-Israeli war on Iran to be outside the bounds of international law. Canada also has no intention of joining military operations against Iran. Foreign Minister Anita Anand told Bloomberg on Tuesday that Canada was not consulted prior to the offensive and "has no intention of participating. President Emmanuel Macron stated during a cabinet meeting on Tuesday that France is not a party to the conflict and will not take part in operations to "liberate" the Strait of Hormuz in the current context. Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni joined the growing European backlash, calling the military campaign part of a trend of interventions "outside the scope of international law," while still acknowledging the threat Tehran poses to regional security. Even after meeting Trump at the White House on Thursday, Japan’s Prime Minister Sane Takaichi maintained a delicate "neutral but supportive" stance. She cited that Tokyo is exploring only "legally permissible options" to aid the United States in the ongoing war. (Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.)

The Alpine country stated that a group of experts will regularly review exports to countries involved in conflict to assess their compatibility with neutrality.

Is US getting isolated? Switzerland suspends military exports as Western allies reject Hormuz coalition

US B-2 stealth bombers dropped 5,000-pound deep penetrator munitions on hardened Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz. The strike successfully destroyed anti-ship cruise missiles that posed a severe threat to global commercial shipping.


US B-2 stealth bombers dropped 5,000-pound deep penetrator munitions on hardened Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz. The strike successfully destroyed anti-ship cruise missiles that posed a severe threat to global commercial shipping.

‘$2 billion B‑2 bomber in action’: How the US is destroying Iranian anti-ship cruise missile facilities

Iran claims to have hit a US F-35 stealth jet using infrared sensors. While the aircraft is invisible to radar, its massive engine heat cannot be hidden. US officials confirmed the damaged jet made a safe emergency landing.


Iran claims to have hit a US F-35 stealth jet using infrared sensors. While the aircraft is invisible to radar, its massive engine heat cannot be hidden. US officials confirmed the damaged jet made a safe emergency landing.

‘Ghost of the skies shot by Iran?’: How a US F-35 stealth jet may have been caught by its thermal signature

Iran claims to have hit a US F-35 jet using infrared sensors. While the $100 million aircraft is invisible to radar, its engine emits massive heat. Experts note physics always wins, as stealth coatings cannot hide thermal energy from passive sensors.

Iran claims to have hit a US F-35 jet using infrared sensors. While the $100 million aircraft is invisible to radar, its engine emits massive heat. Experts note physics always wins, as stealth coatings cannot hide thermal energy from passive sensors.

'Physics always wins in the end’: Iran may have found & hit an F‑35 fighter jet using a heat sensor

In 20 days of Operation Epic Fury, the US conducted 8,000 combat flights to strike 7,800 targets in Iran. The Pentagon confirmed the sinking of 120 naval vessels, aiming to dismantle Iran's military and nuclear infrastructure.

In 20 days of Operation Epic Fury, the US conducted 8,000 combat flights to strike 7,800 targets in Iran. The Pentagon confirmed the sinking of 120 naval vessels, aiming to dismantle Iran's military and nuclear infrastructure.

‘20 days of US strikes on Iran’: US hits 7,800 targets, sinks 120 ships with 8,000 flights

Protected by a 1,200-pound titanium shield, the US A-10 Warthog is surviving hostile airspace to actively hunt and destroy Iranian fast-attack boats in the Strait of Hormuz.

Protected by a 1,200-pound titanium shield, the US A-10 Warthog is surviving hostile airspace to actively hunt and destroy Iranian fast-attack boats in the Strait of Hormuz.

Can a US A‑10 Warthog survive a missile hit? Know how the jets are destroying Iran’s naval assets near the Strait of Hormuz

In the latest attack on Iran,&nbsp;Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesperson Brigadier General Ali Mohammad Naeini, was killed, as announced by Iranian state TV on Friday (Mar 20). The news broke shortly after news agency Fars quoted him saying that the country's&nbsp;missile production continues despite the war with Israel and the US.&nbsp;"Our missile industry deserves a perfect score... and there is no concern in this regard, because even under wartime conditions we continue missile production," Naeini was quoted by the Fars news agency.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-a-french-sailor-s-workout-routine-accidentally-leaked-military-secrets-amid-west-asia-war-1773977705943">How a French sailor's workout routine accidentally leaked military secrets amid West Asia war</a>&nbsp;The IRGC spokesperson is yet another high-profile killing in what looks like US and Israel's move to decapitate the Iranian regime. On Wednesday (Mar 18), the IDF confirmed the killing of Esmaeil Khatib, Minister of Intelligence. The Israeli military in a post wrote, “Khatib played a significant role during the recent protests throughout Iran, including the arrest &amp; killing of protestors and led terrorist activities against Israelis &amp; Americans around the world. Similarly, he operated against Iranian citizens during the Mahsa Amini protests (2022–2023). The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence possesses advanced intelligence capabilities, overseeing surveillance, espionage, and the execution of covert operations worldwide, particularly against Israeli and Iranian citizens.”&nbsp;The Israeli military confirmed that they eliminated the IRGC spokesperson. In a post the IDF said, “Naini served in several propaganda and public relations roles. In his role as the IRGC's main propagandist for the past 2 years, he disseminated the regime's terrorist propaganda to its proxies across the Middle East in order to influence and advance terror attacks against Israel.”&nbsp;This is yet another name in the list of high-profile killings, in the US and Israel's attempt to decapitate the regime ever since the war began on February 28. Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei was killed in the first three days on the war. Another big name in the list is Gholamreza Soleimani, the commander of the Basij Force.&nbsp;

The IRGC has confirmed that spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naeini was killed in US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. His death follows a defiant final statement regarding Iran’s missile capabilities.

In the latest attack on Iran, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesperson Brigadier General Ali Mohammad Naeini, was killed, as announced by Iranian state TV on Friday (Mar 20). The news broke shortly after news agency Fars quoted him saying that the country's missile production continues despite the war with Israel and the US. "Our missile industry deserves a perfect score... and there is no concern in this regard, because even under wartime conditions we continue missile production," Naeini was quoted by the Fars news agency. Also read: How a French sailor's workout routine accidentally leaked military secrets amid West Asia war The IRGC spokesperson is yet another high-profile killing in what looks like US and Israel's move to decapitate the Iranian regime. On Wednesday (Mar 18), the IDF confirmed the killing of Esmaeil Khatib, Minister of Intelligence. The Israeli military in a post wrote, “Khatib played a significant role during the recent protests throughout Iran, including the arrest & killing of protestors and led terrorist activities against Israelis & Americans around the world. Similarly, he operated against Iranian citizens during the Mahsa Amini protests (2022–2023). The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence possesses advanced intelligence capabilities, overseeing surveillance, espionage, and the execution of covert operations worldwide, particularly against Israeli and Iranian citizens.” The Israeli military confirmed that they eliminated the IRGC spokesperson. In a post the IDF said, “Naini served in several propaganda and public relations roles. In his role as the IRGC's main propagandist for the past 2 years, he disseminated the regime's terrorist propaganda to its proxies across the Middle East in order to influence and advance terror attacks against Israel.” This is yet another name in the list of high-profile killings, in the US and Israel's attempt to decapitate the regime ever since the war began on February 28. Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei was killed in the first three days on the war. Another big name in the list is Gholamreza Soleimani, the commander of the Basij Force.

The IRGC has confirmed that spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naeini was killed in US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. His death follows a defiant final statement regarding Iran’s missile capabilities.

Iran confirms IRGC spokesperson Brig Gen Ali Mohammad Naeini killed in US-Israeli airstrikes

The Lebanese Muslim Association (LMA) refused to apologise for the confrontation. Instead, they defended their decision to invite the Prime Minister, stating that they brought him their specifically to face the community's "growing alarm and concern" 



The Lebanese Muslim Association (LMA) refused to apologise for the confrontation. Instead, they defended their decision to invite the Prime Minister, stating that they brought him their specifically to face the community's "growing alarm and concern"&nbsp;&nbsp;

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