WASHINGTON: The Pentagon has signed a $22.9 billion agreement with a defense contractor to produce and supply Tomahawk cruise missiles, as the United States seeks to replenish weapons stocks following its conflict with Iran, according to media reports.
US defense officials said the contract is aimed at accelerating the delivery of Tomahawk missiles to the American military and strengthening its stockpile.
The acting secretary of the US Navy said providing troops with the weapons they need to deter aggression and defend the country remained a top priority.
Tomahawk missiles are primarily launched from submarines and warships and are designed to strike targets at distances of more than 1,000 miles, or about 1,600 kilometers.
The deal comes amid reports of concerns over U.S. weapons inventories following the conflict with Iran and efforts by the Pentagon to replenish key missile supplies.