# Tomahawk
Latest news and articles about Tomahawk
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U.S. Orders Major Ramp-Up of Tomahawk, AMRAAM and SM-Series Missiles as Stocks Deplete
The U.S. Defense Department and Raytheon signed multi-year framework agreements to boost annual production of Tomahawk cruise missiles, AMRAAMs, SM-6s and SM-3 interceptors, responding to heavy munitions use in recent crises and growing allied demand. While the increases are significant, analysts warn that even the expanded outputs leave high-end missile stockpiles relatively vulnerable and that rebuilding a resilient industrial base will be a long effort.
U.S. Carrier Deploys to Middle East as Iran Vows Firm Response — Risk of a Limited Strike Spirals into Wider Regional Stakes
The Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group has entered the U.S. Central Command area, signalling heightened U.S. military readiness near Iran while Tehran declares maximum alert and vows retaliation. Washington retains multiple strike options but faces significant strategic risks — including regional escalation, threats to Gulf bases and energy-market shocks — making calibrated action and diplomacy the likeliest near-term path.