Switzerland has decided to maintain strict neutrality in the ongoing Iran conflict by halting arms exports to the United States and other countries involved. The Swiss government also suspended weapons supplies to nations participating in the war, signaling a firm commitment to impartiality amid rising regional tensions.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka refused to host U.S. military aircraft. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake told Parliament that Washington had requested to station two fighter jets at Mattala International Airport in early March, a request that was denied. These moves reflect a growing caution among neutral and non-aligned nations regarding the conflict’s escalation.
Diplomatic efforts continue as global powers seek dialogue. The Chinese foreign minister, speaking with a French presidential adviser, emphasized that negotiations and diplomacy are the only solutions to the crisis. He suggested that China and France should work together to address the Middle East situation and prevent further deterioration of regional stability.
The Turkish foreign minister delivered a message from the Turkish president to UAE President Sheikh Zayed, calling for reduced tensions and prioritizing diplomacy. Switzerland’s decision to halt arms exports highlights its neutral stance in the Iran conflict, while international efforts continue to promote dialogue and peaceful resolution of the crisis.