Pentagon Boosts Defense Production Amid Tensions

0:00On March 25, the Pentagon announced framework deals this week with B.A.E. systems, Lockheed Martin, and Honeywell to wrap up production of key defense systems and munitions. Honeywell Aerospace is leading with a $500 million multi-year push to increase output of vital parts for the nation's munitions. Stockpile. These moves come amid heightened tensions, more than three weeks after the start of military action involving President Donald Trump and Israel against Iran, B.A.E. and Lockheed plans to quadruple their production of seekers for the terminal high-altitude area defense interceptors, while Lockheed also speeds up, work on its precision strike missile. Officials say these agreements mark a major step to strengthen readiness as global conflicts evolve.