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Missile and drone defences take centre stage at US arms expo
Defence contractors showcased missile systems and air defences at a three-day US Army expo in Washington that opened on Monday.
The Association of the United States Army’s annual meeting is one of the largest US shows focused on ground-based weapons.
This year’s displays put strong emphasis on countering missiles and drones, which play a growing role in modern warfare.
The focus comes as conflicts continue in Ukraine and the Middle East, raising concern about aerial threats.
Reports say US missile stockpiles have been badly depleted by the US war on Iran.
Lockheed Martin displayed two systems, the Extended-Range Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System and the Precision Strike Missile, launched from its Himars rocket launcher.
The expo highlighted efforts to develop weapons and defences as military planners face these threats.
Major defence contractors gathered in Washington for the three-day Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition.
The event showcased advances in missiles, drones and systems designed to counter them.
Air and missile defence systems were a strong focus this year.
The emphasis reflected concern about aerial threats amid conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
It also followed reports that US military missile stockpiles had been badly depleted by the war on Iran.
- Who
- Major defence contractors, including Lockheed Martin.
- What
- They showcased missile, drone and air-defence technologies at the AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition.
- When
- The three-day event opened on Monday; the article was published on October 13, 2026.
- Where
- Washington, United States.
- Why
- Concern about aerial threats, conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, and reports of depleted US missile stockpiles.
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- Event
- Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition
- Duration
- Three days
- Location
- Washington
- Lockheed Martin systems
- ER GMLRS and Precision Strike Missile
- Launcher
- High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (Himars)
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