US Approves $3.5 Billion Apache Helicopter Sale to South Korea

The deal, pending Congressional approval, aims to bolster South Korea's defense capabilities amid joint military drills with the US.

Boeing and Lockheed Martin will be the principal contractors for the sale.
The transaction includes 36 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and related equipment.
The sale is intended to enhance South Korea's ability to deter regional threats.
The announcement coincides with the start of the US-South Korea Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercises.
Congress must still sign off on the deal before it is finalized.