North Korea Denounces U.S. Apache Helicopter Sale to South Korea

North Korea condemned a planned U.S. sale of Apache helicopters to South Korea, claiming it worsens regional instability. The Pentagon mentioned the U.S. Department of State approved the potential $3.5 billion sale. North Korea vowed to bolster its self-defense, accusing the U.S. of aggravating military tensions.

North Korea's foreign ministry has sharply criticized a U.S. plan to sell Apache helicopters to South Korea, according to state media KCNA. The ministry vowed to bolster its self-defense capabilities in response.

The Pentagon announced that the U.S. State Department approved the potential sale, estimated at $3.5 billion. The approval includes related logistics and support.

A senior official from North Korea condemned the sale, calling it a reckless act that exacerbates regional instability. The official also accused Washington of destabilizing the military balance and escalating the danger of conflict by supplying lethal weapons to its allies.