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Extended U.S. naval deployments increase demand for defense equipment, affecting defense contractors like Lockheed Martin.
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The USS Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier completed a 326-day deployment in the Middle East, the longest U.S. naval mission since the Vietnam War. This return marks a significant moment for U.S. naval operations amid ongoing conflict in the region, affecting military readiness and regional stability. The extended deployment has raised concerns about the strain on U.S. naval resources and the sustainability of such long missions.