Defence boost: US clears Apache, M777 support deals for India worth over $428m
The United States has approved the sale of support services and equipment for Apache helicopters and M777 howitzers to India, totaling over $428 million. This deal aims to enhance India's military capabilities and strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations. The support packages will be provided through the Foreign Military Sales program, with major contractors involved in the process.
- ▪The proposed sale includes Apache helicopter sustainment support services valued at an estimated $198.2 million.
- ▪India requested long-term support for M777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzers worth around $230 million.
- ▪The US state department stated that the sales would not alter the basic military balance in the region.
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News/Defence News/Defence boost: US clears Apache, M777 support deals for India worth over $428 millionDefence boost: US clears Apache, M777 support deals for India worth over $428 millionTOI News Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 19, 2026, 08:16 ISTCommentsShareAA+Text SizeSmallMediumLarge File photo NEW DELHI: The United States has approved the possible sale of support services and related equipment for Apache attack helicopters and M777 ultra-light howitzers to India in deals worth more than $428 million, according to the US department of state.The proposed sale includes Apache helicopter sustainment support services valued at an estimated $198.2 million and long-term support for M777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzers worth around $230 million.The support packages will be routed through the Foreign…
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