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Military personnel surround a Lockheed Martin MH-60R Seahawk helicopter in a hangar or on a flight deck.

US Approves $1.67 Billion in Military Sales to New Zealand, South Korea

The US has greenlit a whopping $1.67 billion in military sales to boost the defense capabilities of New Zealand and South Korea, with cutting-edge helicopters, torpedoes, and precision-guided weapons on the agenda. New Zealand is set to receive five MH-60R Seahawk helicopters and advanced systems in a $1.5 billion deal, while South Korea will get a $106 million package to enhance its military arsenal.

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MH-60R Seahawk helicopters on a naval base tarmac with personnel present.

US Approves $4.2B Military Helicopter Sale for South Korea

The US has greenlit a $4.2 billion military helicopter sale to South Korea, including 24 cutting-edge Lockheed Martin MH-60R Seahawk helicopters to boost the Republic of Korea Navy's maritime capabilities. This deal builds on the country's existing fleet, which has been successfully operating a similar batch of 12 Seahawks since 2020.

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