Transfers of Gepard ammunition and Piranhas to Ukraine blocked
Goods category: War materiel
In 2022, Switzerland refused consent for Swiss ammunition for Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft guns to be transferred from Germany to Ukraine. On 3 June, the Federal Council confirmed the refusal, citing war materiel legislation and the requirement of equal treatment under neutrality law.
Denmark wanted to transfer 22 Swiss-made Piranha III wheeled armoured personnel carriers to Ukraine. Switzerland refused consent in 2022; the Federal Council confirmed the negative decision on 3 June.
Effect of the proposed War Materiel Act revision
Even under the amended War Materiel Act, Ukraine could not be supplied either directly or indirectly.
Countries
Conflicts
Time period
2022