US approves potential $800 million helicopter sale to Iraq
By The BriefBrief
The U.S. State Department said a proposed sale of helicopters to Iraq would improve Iraq’s rotary-wing transport, reconnaissance, and air-to-surface targeting capabilities. The deal is valued at up to $800 million.
WHO:U.S. State Department
WHAT:Proposed U.S. helicopter sale to Iraq valued at up to $800 million
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 9:26 AM ET
WHERE:Iraq
WHY:The sale is intended to improve Iraq’s rotary wing transport, reconnaissance, and air-to-surface targeting capabilities.
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