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Oct 16, 2026 at 11:04 AM ET
Israel approves purchase of 12 Apache helicopters
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Israel’s Cabinet approved the procurement of 12 Boeing Apache “Echo” attack helicopters in a phone vote on Wednesday, after U.S. officials granted an additional extension to sign the deal. The agreement secures the advanced helicopter variant, with delivery scheduled for the beginning of the next decade.
WHO: Israel’s Cabinet
WHAT: Israel’s Cabinet approved the procurement of 12 Boeing Apache “Echo” attack helicopters.
WHEN: Oct 14, 2026
WHERE: Jerusalem, Israel
WHY: Israeli officials sought approval after the United States granted a final extension on the condition that the deal be signed immediately.
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