Swiss body proposes removing barriers to re-export arms to Ukraine

FILE PHOTO: Ukrainian service members load ammunition to an infantry fighting vehicle during offensive and assault drills, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Zaporizhzhia Region, Ukraine January 23, 2023. REUTERS/Stringer TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

GENEVA (Reuters) - A Swiss parliamentary body proposed on Tuesday waiving a re-export ban that prevents ammunition it manufactures from being re-exported from another country to Ukraine.

The recommendation passed with 14 in favour and 11 against and will require later approval from parliament.