"Tomahawks are cruise missiles whose long-range and precise targeting have made them a become a weapon of choice in recent US campaigns in the Middle East. They are also considered necessary for any potential high-intensity conflict in the Indo-Pacific, where long-range firepower is seen as critical."
"US officials and experts have raised concerns that Tomahawk stockpiles are being drained after their use against targets in Nigeria, Yemen, Iran, and now Iran again - risking that the US might not have enough on hand should it go to war with an adversary like China."
"As part of a new agreement with the Pentagon, RTX Corporation said this month it would be working to increase annual Tomahawk production to over 1,000 missiles a year as part of a multi-year effort."
US Navy warships used Tomahawk cruise missiles during Operation Epic Fury against Iranian targets, alongside drones and HIMARS systems. Tomahawks are precision long-range weapons critical for Middle East operations and potential Indo-Pacific conflicts. However, repeated deployments in Nigeria, Yemen, and Iran have raised concerns about stockpile depletion in case of high-intensity conflict with adversaries like China. The US military maintains significant force presence in the Middle East, with 13 Navy destroyers capable of launching 150-250 Tomahawks. To address supply concerns, RTX Corporation agreed with the Pentagon to increase annual Tomahawk production to over 1,000 missiles through a multi-year effort.
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