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.

(With inputs from agencies.)