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Why pause allied weapons sales?

The US is temporarily pausing weapons sales to allied countries to refill its own depleted armouries. This suggests a strategic decision to prioritise national readiness over immediate sales to partners. It highlights the challenges of maintaining military readiness while also supporting allies and managing ongoing global conflicts.

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