Switzerland reiterated on Friday it would not as a neutral country allow the re-export of Swiss arms to conflict zones but this did not cover some Swiss-manufactured parts that other countries may use to make weapons.
Pressure has mounted on Switzerland to take a more active role helping Ukraine defend itself against Russian invaders. The Bern government has vetoed Denmark's request to send Swiss-made armoured personnel carriers to Ukraine, blocked re-export of Swiss-made ammunition used in anti-aircraft tanks that Germany is sending to Ukraine, and rejected Poland's request for arms to help its neighbour resist Russia.
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