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defence-blog.com Oct 28
Russia test-fires Bulava from one of its newest missile submarines: The Russian Pacific Fleet's ballistic missile submarine Generalissimo Suvorov fired a Bulava ...
defence-blog.com/russia-test-fires-bulava-from-one-of-its-newest-missile-submarines/
Virgin Galactic unveils new rocket plane to restart space tourism: Tustin-based Virgin Galactic moved its first six-passenger Delta-class ship to New Mexico for ...
latimes.com/business/story/2026-10-29/virgin-galactic-unveils-new-rocket-plane-to-restart-space-tourism
defence-blog.com Oct 27
U.S. Navy nuclear submarine arrives in Australia for maintenance: The U.S. Navy attack submarine USS Colorado (SSN 788) arrived at HMAS Stirling in Western ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-navy-nuclear-submarine-arrives-in-australia-for-maintenance/
US assigns first nuclear-powered submarine to Australian base: The USS Colorado will make its new home at Western Australia's HMAS Stirling from late 2027 ...
globalnation.inquirer.net/344010/us-assigns-first-nuclear-powered-submarine-to-australian-base
The Greens’ defence red lines: No weapons for Ukraine, curtail the US alliance: David Shoebridge believes the Greens can win votes by campaigning to scrap the ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/the-greens-defence-red-lines-no-weapons-for-ukraine-curtail-the-us-alliance-20261003-p6128o.html
New US Submarine Visit to Tromsø: The US nuclear-powered submarine USS Oregon docked at the Port of Grøtsund just outside Tromsø last week ...
en.highnorthnews.com/politics/new-us-submarine-visit-to-tromso/1122076
Anduril Industries plans to invest $3.7 billion in a new Maryland shipyard aimed at expanding production of components for the U.S ... Show more
Japan explores ‘ownership’ of nuclear submarines as regional rivalries worsen: Proposed changes could allow research into developing a domestically built ...
scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3370099/japan-explores-ownership-nuclear-submarines-regional-rivalries-worsen
militarnyi.com Oct 07
France Successfully Launches New M51.3 Ballistic Missile from a Submarine: France successfully conducted the first test launch of the new M51 ...
militarnyi.com/en/news/france-successful-launch-ballistic-missile/
North Korea says US approval for South Korea’s nuclear submarine increases regional instability
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/north-korea-says-us-approval-for-south-koreas-nuclear-submarine-increases-regional-instability
Putin's submarines have the UK surrounded. This is what could stop them: Russia operates one of the largest submarine fleets in the world – and it has grown ...
inews.co.uk/news/world/putins-submarines-uk-surrounded-4764397
BAE Systems: HMS Agamemnon in open water for first time: In a major step towards mission readiness, the vessel's maiden journey began by traversing the ...
nwemail.co.uk/news/26582125.hms-agamemnon-open-water-first-time-leaving-barrow/
All the ways Putin could attack UK with devastating consequences: As it is revealed that drones are targeting Britain’s military bases almost daily ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/putin-threat-uk-ukraine-russia-cyber-attack-b3053477.html
‘Increasingly likely’: Expert’s grim call: China and the US are hurtling towards war in the Indo-Pacific – and Australia could become collateral damage.
news.com.au/technology/innovation/military/russia-ready-to-assist-china-in-conflict-leaving-australia-dangerously-exposed/news-story/cdabf40d416f3e0c9c7f744e35ed93b2
TWZ Sep 18
Japan Opens The Door To Acquiring Nuclear-Powered Submarines: Japan’s naval capabilities are evolving rapidly in the face of growing threats and so are its ...
twz.com/sea/japan-opens-the-door-to-acquiring-nuclear-powered-submarines
North Korea adds second destroyer as US, South Korea and Japan hold military exercise
orlandosentinel.com/2026/09/06/north-korea-adds-second-destroyer-as-us-south-korea-and-japan-hold-military-exercise/
American Submarine Visit to Tromsø: On Monday, the US nuclear-powered submarine USS Delaware docked at the Port of Grøtsund just outside Tromsø, Northern Norway.
en.highnorthnews.com/politics/american-submarine-visit-to-tromso/1118530
All the ways Putin could attack UK with devastating consequences: As Europe directly calls Russia out over an attempted drone attack on a German airport ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/putin-threat-uk-ukraine-russia-cyber-attack-b3043661.html
Plymouth's Devonport Dockyard sees profit skyrocket by £56m: Company in key talks with MoD about contract extensions
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/plymouths-devonport-dockyard-sees-profit-11138695
Some Navy subs are waiting years for shipyard work, and that’s costing billions of dollars
defenseone.com/defense-systems/2026/09/some-navy-subs-are-waiting-years-shipyard-work-and-s-costing-billions-dollars/415761/
defence-blog.com Aug 17
Russia tests new submarine designed for ultra long-range nuclear torpedo: Russia's Northern Machine-Building Enterprise sent the nuclear-powered submarine ...
defence-blog.com/russia-tests-new-submarine-designed-for-ultra-long-range-nuclear-torpedo/
OpinionAmerican nuke sub skips post-shakedown due to availability: The US Navy has declared the Virginia-class attack submarine USS Massachusetts ready for fleet ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/american-nuke-sub-skips-post-shakedown-due-to-availability/
Russia tests submarine capable of carrying Poseidon 'doomsday' missiles that can trigger radioactive tsunami
wionews.com/world/russia-tests-submarine-capable-of-carrying-poseidon-doomsday-missiles-that-can-trigger-radioactive-tsunami-1787566753105
Nuclear submarines in a major city? Sure why not! Fortunately there is an emergency plan even though everyone insists there will be no emergency ... Show more
defence-blog.com Aug 24
Report details US-UK ties in Dreadnought submarine program: The Royal Navy's Dreadnought-class submarines share a missile compartment design ...
defence-blog.com/report-details-us-uk-ties-in-dreadnought-submarine-program/
USS North Carolina leaves dry dock after overhaul: Virginia-class attack submarine USS North Carolina has left dry dock at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard after ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uss-north-carolina-leaves-dry-dock-after-overhaul/
Russia’s “Doomsday” Submarine Heads to Sea for First Trials: Russia's Khabarovsk nuclear submarine reportedly begins sea trials, bringing its Poseidon nuclear ...
greekreporter.com/2026/08/26/russia-doomsday-submarine-sea-trials/
The Insider Aug 19
Russian submarine capable of carrying Poseidon “nuclear super torpedo” goes to sea for first time, military bloggers say
theins.press/en/news/296198
interestingengineering.com Aug 19
Australia taps US firm to build yard for 10,000-ton AUKUS nuclear submarines: Australia taps a U.S. firm to help build a new yard for 10,000-ton AUKUS nuclear ...
interestingengineering.com/military/australia-us-firm-aukus-nuclear-submarine
US defense: Why the $76 billion submarine deal is shaky: Despite a $76.6 billion deal for 14 nuclear submarines, the US Navy is threatened with massive delays ...
telepolis.de/article/US-Ruestung-Warum-der-U-Boot-Deal-ueber-76-Milliarden-Dollar-wackelt-11395331.html
South Korea accelerates military self-reliance over Trump’s ‘unpredictability’: President Lee Jae Myung wants South Korea to regain wartime operational control ...
scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3364470/south-korea-accelerates-military-self-reliance-over-trumps-unpredictability
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South Korea’s Lee Pushes for Nuclear Sub Deal After Trump Rebuke: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called for swift progress in consultations with the US on ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-18/south-korea-s-lee-pushes-for-nuclear-sub-deal-after-trump-rebuke
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North Korea fires a ballistic missile toward the sea: North Korea has launched a short-range ballistic missile toward the sea, according to its neighbors ...
apnews.com/article/south-korea-north-launch-coast-36ee2348fdd94d615efa6f0d9260edef
Virgin Galactic Delays New Spaceship's Flight To 2027: Space company Virgin Galactic powered up systems on the initial Delta-class SpaceShip for the first ...
aviationweek.com/space/commercial-space/virgin-galactic-delays-new-spaceships-flight-2027
defence-blog.com Jul 29
Russia rolls out its newest nuclear attack submarine: The Russian United Shipbuilding Corporation's Sevmash shipyard held a ceremony to move the multi-purpose ...
defence-blog.com/russia-rolls-out-its-newest-nuclear-attack-submarine/
Hankyoreh Aug 13
North Korea warns of ‘nuclear dominoes’ in Asia if South acquires nuclear submarines
english.hani.co.kr/arti/english_edition/e_northkorea/1272813.html
Australia’s blind faith in the Aukus submarine deal is “stark staring bonkers,” the former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull has told a public inquiry ... Show more
defence-blog.com Jul 31
Britain commits $11.3B to its next generation of submarines: Britain has committed more than £8 billion, roughly $11.3 billion, into submarines most of the ...
defence-blog.com/britain-commits-11-3b-to-its-next-generation-of-submarines/
TWZ Aug 04
Stretched Virginia Class Recategorized As Guided Missile Submarines (SSGNs): The Navy will no longer categorize enlarged Virginia Block V and VI types as attack ...
twz.com/sea/stretched-virginia-class-recategorized-as-guided-missile-submarines-ssgns
defence-blog.com Jul 30
U.S. Navy locks in $76.6B for its next fleet of nuclear submarines: The U.S. Navy has committed $76.6 billion to build the next generation of America's ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-navy-locks-in-76-6b-for-its-next-fleet-of-nuclear-submarines/
OpinionAmerican nuke sub arrives in Scotland for visit: The US Navy Virginia-class attack submarine USS Oregon arrived at His Majesty's Naval Base Clyde in Faslane ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/american-nuke-sub-arrives-in-scotland-for-visit/
Nuclear submarine investment will protect Britain and boost jobs, PM says: Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, the PM seeks to stress the economic ...
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crl70x0nxr9o
Hundreds of new jobs coming to Sheffield as Andy Burnham backs nuclear submarine investment
thestar.co.uk/jobs/defence-funding-creates-sheffield-jobs-8829459
Why China’s JL-3 made waves with first submarine-based missile test in over 40 years
scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3362640/why-chinas-jl-3-made-waves-first-submarine-based-missile-test-over-40-years
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Australia throws $4.6 billion more at AUKUS shipyard following UK reassurance : The federal and South Australian governments have thrown an extra $4 ...
nine.com.au/australia-news/australia-aukus-shipyard-funding-boost-alp-conference-20260724-p60i85.html
OpinionChina's ballistic missile test in South Pacific draws global concern: China has launched a ballistic missile into the South Pacific, drawing international ...
apnews.com/article/china-missile-test-submarine-nuclear-us-pacific-434cc050331f9278f1c4eb6011bd6111
Key FactsAustralia and Fiji Forge Pacific Security Pact
Jul 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nine.com.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nine.com.au
- Australia and Fiji signed a mutual defense pact promising support in case of armed conflict.
- China conducted a submarine-launched missile test with a dummy warhead shortly after the agreement.
- Australian officials expressed concern that China’s actions threaten peace and stability in the Pacific region.
- Prime Minister Albanese will continue diplomatic efforts with Pacific nations to counterbalance China’s influence.
“Australia has been clear that this proposed test is in the context of a rapid military buildup by China, which is lacking in the transparency and reassurance as to intent that the region expects,” she told reporters.— Penny Wong, Foreign Affairs Minister of Australia, commenting on the missile test and regional security, as reported in the Nine News article.
'Predatory' Royal Navy nuclear submarine commander 'planned' sexual assault on subordinate
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/predatory-royal-navy-nuclear-submarine-11076090
North Korean leader Kim observes weapons tests from new naval destroyer: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised tests of a nuclear-capable cruise missile and ...
abcnews.com/International/wireStory/north-korean-leader-kim-observes-weapons-tests-new-134487809
Key FactsNorth Korea Unveils Largest Warship to Boost Navy
Jun 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- North Korea commissioned its biggest warship, the Choe Hyon, introducing enhanced combat capabilities to its navy.
- Leader Kim Jong Un declared the event a historic end to decades of naval stagnation.
- The new vessel reflects a shift from coastal defense to projecting missile and nuclear threats at sea.
- Although still behind South Korea and the US technologically, the ship adds complexity to regional security planning.
put an end to over 70 years of its stagnation.— Kim Jong Un, in a Nampho Shipyard speech; according to KCNA.
Sneaker trend: The “Sand” Sambas from Adidas are the new number 1: So soft and so easy to combine: In summer 2026, everyone will prefer these beautiful "Sand" ...
elle.de/fashion/schuhtrends/sneaker-trend-sand-sambas-von-adidas-sind-neue-nr-1
Japan seeks stronger deterrence after China submarine missile launch: TOKYO -- The Japanese government will look for ways to bolster the extended nuclear ...
asia.nikkei.com/politics/defense/japan-seeks-stronger-deterrence-after-china-submarine-missile-launch
defence-blog.com Jul 09
Second Virginia-class sub may carry next-gen sonar array: The U.S. Navy released photos showing divers entering Dry Dock 2 as the attack submarine USS Illinois ...
defence-blog.com/second-virginia-class-sub-may-carry-next-gen-sonar-array/
China’s People’s Liberation Army test-fired a missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific on Monday, in what the foreign ministry called a ... Show more
Canada makes its largest defence procurement deal in history, tapping TKMS to build submarines
bbc.com/news/articles/cn4ddppz3jqo
Key FactsCanada Orders Twelve Submarines from TKMS
Jul 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zdfheute.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zdfheute.de
- ThyssenKrupp's TKMS secured a contract to deliver twelve 212CD submarines to Canada, marking the company's largest submarine order to date.
- The submarines will be constructed exclusively at the Kiel and Wismar shipyards, generating up to 1,500 jobs on Germany’s Baltic coast.
- Canada partners with Germany and Norway to enhance maritime defense capabilities in the Arctic and North Atlantic, aligning with NATO strategies.
- This agreement represents a key advancement in transatlantic security and supports Canada’s pursuit of greater strategic independence amid geopolitical tensions.
This is a large, strategic undertaking that will bind Canada, Germany, and Norway for decades.— German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, speaking about the Canada–TKMS submarine deal
China launched a rare ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific on Monday. It wasn’t just putting nearby countries, like Australia ... Show more
‘The world has changed’: Peter Hartcher on China’s extraordinary missile test - The Morning Edition
‘The world has changed’: Peter Hartcher on China’s extraordinary missile test - The Morning Edition
Chinese nuclear submarine fires long-range missile: Es handelt sich wohl um den ersten Abschuss überhaupt von einem atomar angetriebenen Unterseeboot. Japan ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/chinesisches-atom-u-boot-feuert-langstreckenrakete-ab-accg-201000984.html
Nuclear-powered Chinese submarine fires test missile in the Pacific: It is the PLA’s first known submarine-based missile test since 1982, and the first known to ...
scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3359541/nuclear-powered-pla-submarine-fires-test-missile-western-pacific
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Neighboring states concerned: China tests missile launch from nuclear submarine in the South Pacific
spiegel.de/ausland/australien-regierung-kritisiert-chinesischen-raketentest-als-destabilisierend-a-48a2de70-99bf-4580-bd32-f8da64590c12
China has demonstrated its ever-growing military capabilities, with the launch of a missile from a nuclear submarine into the Pacific Ocean ... Show more
militarnyi.com Jul 05
British Navy Decommissioned Nine Ships in Two Years, Replacements Not Expected Until the 2030s–2040s
militarnyi.com/en/news/british-navy-decommissioned-9-ships-2-years/
Cold War-level defence cash for Plymouth in historic £298bn plan: 'A great deal for Plymouth'
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/cold-war-level-defence-cash-11041860
Why Brazil Is Building Latin America’s First Nuclear Submarine: Brazil is building Latin America first nuclear submarine, the Alvaro Alberto ...
riotimesonline.com/brazil-nuclear-submarine-prosub-alvaro-alberto-latin-america-2026/
Britain confirms plan to build 12 new nuclear attack subs: The Defence Investment Plan commits the UK to building up to twelve next-generation SSN-AUKUS attack ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-confirms-plan-to-build-12-new-nuclear-attack-subs/
Faslane floating docks must be built at Scottish yard, UK Government told: Labour MP Richard Baker said the Navantia yard in Methil, Fife should be given a new ...
scotsman.com/news/politics/faslane-floating-docks-must-be-built-at-scottish-yard-uk-government-told-8771724
Keir Starmer announces £64bn investment to renew nuclear deterrent: KEIR Starmer has said that road and energy projects will be scrapped to pay for the £15 ...
thenational.scot/news/26239962.keir-starmer-announces-64bn-investment-renew-trident/
defence-blog.com Jun 20
Russia lays keel of ninth Yasen-M nuclear attack submarine: Russia laid the keel of a new nuclear-powered attack submarine on June 17, 2026 ...
defence-blog.com/russia-lays-keel-of-ninth-yasen-m-nuclear-attack-submarine/
MoD: HMS Agamemnon to leave Barrow for sea trials by end of 2026: The ROYAL Navy’s sixth Astute-class submarine, HMS Agamemnon, is expected to depart ...
nwemail.co.uk/news/26233657.mod-hms-agamemnon-leave-barrow-sea-trials-end-2026/
The Korea Times Jun 26
Long road ahead for Korea-US nuclear sub cooperation, says ex-US official: SEOGWIPO, Jeju Island — Korea's pursuit of nuclear-powered submarines still faces a ...
koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260626/long-road-ahead-for-korea-us-nuclear-sub-cooperation-says-ex-us-official
Atomic Coffin by Benedict Anning review: 'has both pace and ideas': This first-rate novel about a mysterious submarine combines genre thrills with serious ...
scotsman.com/arts-and-culture/books/atomic-coffin-by-benedict-anning-review-has-both-pace-and-ideas-8757263
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‘Animated by nostalgia’: Labor senator slams luminaries over AUKUS: Senator Raff Ciccone has launched a blistering attack on former Labor ministers ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/animated-by-nostalgia-labor-senator-slams-luminaries-over-aukus-20260623-p609e0.html
China’s ability to strike targets in Australia is ‘real and growing’: The rapid expansion of China’s nuclear-powered submarine fleet and long-range missile ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/china-s-ability-to-strike-targets-in-australia-is-real-and-growing-20260612-p606br.html
Babcock Arrowhead frigate eyes new export wins
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/babcock-arrowhead-frigate-eyes-new-export-wins/
Why India wants German submarines: A multibillion-dollar submarine deal between India and Germany reflects New Delhi's push for military self-reliance — and ...
dw.com/en/why-india-wants-german-submarines-and-what-pakistan-and-china-have-to-do-with-it/a-77503931
