US approves $800 million arms deal with Iraq
<p>The US State Department has approved an estimated $800 million arms sale to the Iraqi government. Under the deal, Iraq is expected to acquire Bell Textron helicopters, machine-gun launchers, rockets, optical systems, missile-launch detection systems and additional logistical equipment.</p><p>The State Department said the acquisition is expected to enhance Iraq's transportation, reconnaissance…
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