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- Israel will purchase 12 Apache “Echo” attack helicopters from Boeing.
- The AH-64E helicopters can carry up to 16 Hellfire missiles, 76 rockets, and a 30 mm gun.
- Delivery is scheduled for the beginning of the next decade after the deal is signed.
- A dispute between Israel’s Finance and Defense ministries delayed funding, prompting U.S. extensions to Oct 7 2026.
- The helicopters include Link 16 digital networking and manned-unmanned teaming for drone control.