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Claim Text: In a statement, Lockheed Martin said the company and “its suppliers are taking decisive, urgent action to deliver more missiles faster for the U.S. and its allies.”
Simplified Text: Lockheed Martin stated that the company and its suppliers are taking decisive, urgent action to deliver more missiles faster for the U.S. and its allies.
Confidence Score: 1.000
Claim Maker: Lockheed Martin
Context Type: News Article
Context Details: { "date": "2026-09-26", "organization": "Lockheed Martin" }
Subject Tags: Military Business Production
UUID: 9119c689-fdce-4f7d-9933-d4f8bb11cd9b
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Created: September 30, 2026 at 7:01 PM (1 week ago)
Last Updated: September 30, 2026 at 7:01 PM (1 week ago)

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This Screw Is Needed for Missiles and Planes. Buying One Can Take Years.

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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/26/business/ball-screws-military-production.html

War in the Middle EastDiplomatic EffortsHouthi-Saudi ConflictU S Cost of WarTimeline of WarThis Screw Is Needed for Missiles and Planes Buying One Can Take Years As the Trump administration scrambles

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