Concerns are mounting among U.S. allies that the ongoing military confrontation with Iran could disrupt the flow of American weapons they rely on. Politico reports that partners in both Europe and Asia are increasingly uneasy as Washington diverts arms supplies toward the conflict.

According to the publication, several allied governments are watching with growing distrust as the Pentagon redirects weapons shipments to support operations against Iran. The report describes frustration and alarm among those countries, which fear that equipment they were urged by Washington to purchase may ultimately never reach them.

The situation is particularly troubling for European states. Officials worry that shortages of U.S.-supplied weapons could make it more difficult for them to continue providing military assistance to Kiev.

At the same time, American partners in Asia see additional risks. They fear that Washington’s decision to pursue a force-based approach against Iran could be interpreted by China and North Korea as a signal about the limits of U.S. commitments elsewhere.

Politico notes that one Eastern European official, speaking anonymously, expressed strong dissatisfaction with the situation, indicating that the actions now unfolding contradict earlier assurances.

The developments have raised broader anxiety among governments across Europe and Asia, many of which have long viewed U.S. arms deliveries as dependable and predictable.

Earlier reports in Western media indicated that the United States has been using large volumes of ammunition during strikes on Iran. At the same time, Persian Gulf states are expecting interceptor missiles from Washington, but those deliveries are being delayed because of limited stockpiles.