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U.S. Military’s Weapons Shortage Shows Few Signs of Easing Soon
The U.S. military faces a weapons shortage with no immediate relief. Raytheon announced in February 2023 it would increase production of Tomahawk missiles but requires additional suppliers to meet demand.
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