Donald Trump's recently imposed "punitive" new tariffs and demands have led to sharp retaliatory measures from several countries. Zamon.uz reported on this.
Spain has backed out of a multi-billion-dollar purchase of F-35 fighter jets due to disagreements over increasing NATO defense spending to 5%. In Switzerland, political pressure is also mounting to halt F-35 purchases amid high tariffs. India, meanwhile, has frozen plans for U.S. military equipment.
Experts emphasize that this trend could undermine the U.S.'s position as the world's leading arms supplier, jeopardize supply chains, and lead to billions in losses.
Spain may redirect funds to the Eurofighter Typhoon, jointly developed by the UK, Germany, Italy, and Spain, as well as the future unmanned Future Combat Air System project. This next-generation fighter is scheduled to enter service in the 2040s.
Politico described this situation as "a blow to Trump's weakest point—his beloved warriors."
