The US has notified Congress of a proposed $482.2 million sale of sustainment support for India's Apache helicopters and M777A2 howitzers. This deal aims to strengthen the US-Indian strategic relationship and enhance India's defense capabilities.
A US Apache helicopter, shot down by Iran, was reportedly part of a clandestine ship-to-ship oil transfer operation in the Gulf of Oman aimed at maintaining energy exports amid sanctions. The operation uses drones and helicopters to guide convoys, with satellite imagery revealing extensive tanker activity near Oman's port of Sohar.
The White House reportedly notified Iran that its strikes in response to an Apache helicopter downing would target only military facilities and avoid civilian casualties, aiming to prevent escalation while signaling resolve.
A US Army Apache helicopter crew was rescued near the Strait of Hormuz by the Corsair drone boat, developed by Texas-based Saronic Technologies. This marks the first US rescue operation conducted by an autonomous surface vessel.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of imminent "hard" strikes against Iran following the downing of a US Apache helicopter, stating the retaliation aims to secure a favorable long-term agreement rather than escalate to full-scale war.
Iran denies shooting down a US Apache helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz, with experts questioning the capability of Iranian drones to perform such a feat. US officials suggest an Iranian drone was involved, but Iran claims foreign forces face risks from human error or stray fire.
A US Army AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, with officials suspecting an Iranian Shahed drone strike. The incident has escalated tensions, leading to US retaliatory strikes and Iranian counter-attacks.
The US has launched "self-defense strikes" in Iran following the downing of an American Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran denies a deliberate attack, with its foreign minister warning of retaliation and blaming US "human errors" for risks in the region.
US President Donald Trump stated that Iran has admitted its involvement in the attack on an American Apache helicopter shot down in the Strait of Hormuz. He mentioned that Iran initially denied responsibility but later acknowledged it.
US President Donald Trump claimed Iran downed a US AH-64 Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, vowing retaliation. US Central Command stated the helicopter went down off Oman, with both pilots rescued. Investigations are ongoing, with some reports suggesting a mid-air collision with an Iranian drone.
The U.S. launched strikes on Iran in response to Iran shooting down a U.S. Army helicopter, escalating the conflict despite ongoing peace negotiations. Both pilots from the downed helicopter are safe.
The US and Iran engaged in retaliatory strikes following the downing of an Apache helicopter. Meanwhile, Tuesday's primaries in four states yielded key takeaways, and House Republicans passed a bill to fund ICE through the end of Trump's term.
A US military helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, amidst heightened tensions between Iran and Washington. The crew was safely rescued, and President Trump confirmed the pilots are 'fine'. The cause of the crash remains unclear.
The US military conducted strikes on Iran in response to the downing of a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran retaliating against US bases in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain.
US Army AH-64E Apache helicopters are facing a serious transmission problem that could lead to tail rotor gearbox failure. The issue affects the entire fleet, prompting a recommendation to suspend operations of upgraded models.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and musician Kid Rock participated in Apache helicopter flights at a Virginia base for a 'Freedom 250' event, sparking criticism from Democratic officials over the use of taxpayer-funded military assets.
