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The US Navy's integration of the AGM-158C Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) with the F-35 strengthens precision strike capabilities.

Summary

  1. LRASM extends naval dominance in maritime operations.
  2. Enhances survivability against evolving threats.
  3. LRASM's stealth design reduces enemy detection risks.
  4. Improves U.S. Navy’s ability to engage surface threats.
  5. Integration counters rising near-peer naval threats, including China.