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US accepts military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million
United Kingdom🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

US accepts military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million

On September 1, 2026, the U.S. State Department announced its approval of a $800 million military sale of helicopters to Iraq, with Bell-Textron identified as the principal contractor based in Fort Worth, Texas. The transaction is part of ongoing U.S.-Iraq military cooperation amid regional tensions. The announcement was made through a live blog update titled 'War on Iran,' suggesting heightened geopolitical activity in the region. No further details were provided regarding the specific models of helicopters or the strategic implications of the sale.

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Middle East Eye logoMiddle East EyeIndependentCenter6 hr. ago
US accepts military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million

On September 1, 2026, the U.S. State Department announced its approval of a $800 million military sale of helicopters to Iraq, with Bell-Textron identified as the principal contractor based in Fort Worth, Texas. The transaction is part of ongoing U.S.-Iraq military cooperation amid regional tensions. The announcement was made through a live blog update titled 'War on Iran,' suggesting heightened geopolitical activity in the region. No further details were provided regarding the specific models of helicopters or the strategic implications of the sale.

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