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North Korea has unveiled its first nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), a significant technological advancement that can carry multiple SLBMs, likely from the Pukguksong series, enhancing its nuclear second-strike capability amid ongoing naval modernization efforts.
Hanwha's Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia has the capability to build nuclear-powered submarines for the U.S. Navy, with the company expressing readiness to fulfill this role when the U.S. government is prepared, amid broader U.S.-South Korea cooperation and investment in shipbuilding.
North Korea has released images of its first nuclear-powered submarine, highlighting its progress in military capabilities amid regional tensions, with Kim Jong Un emphasizing its strategic importance and potential threat to South Korea and the US.
North Korea has shown signs of progress in building a nuclear-powered submarine, with images revealing a largely completed hull, as leader Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's efforts to acquire similar technology, viewing it as a threat and a justification for North Korea's military upgrades.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un condemned the US-South Korea nuclear submarine deal as a threat to regional stability, while inspecting North Korea's nuclear submarine development and overseeing missile tests, amid ongoing military tensions and international support from Russia.
North Korea has shown signs of progress in building a nuclear-powered submarine, with images revealing a largely completed hull, as leader Kim Jong Un emphasizes the importance of advancing its naval nuclear capabilities amidst regional tensions and South Korea's efforts to develop its own nuclear submarines.
US President Donald Trump announced that South Korea has been granted approval to build a nuclear-powered submarine in the United States, with the project to be constructed in Philadelphia. This move aims to enhance South Korea's ability to monitor North Korean and Chinese vessels and signifies a boost to US shipbuilding efforts, with South Korea committing $150 billion to invest in American shipbuilding capacity. The project does not involve nuclear armament but focuses on improving submarine endurance.
Former President Trump announced that the US will support South Korea in building a nuclear-powered submarine at Hanwha Philly Shipyard, a facility not currently equipped for such sensitive work, raising questions about the timeline and costs involved amid existing delays in US submarine construction. The move aims to strengthen the US-Korea alliance and enhance shared security.
President Trump approved South Korea's building of a nuclear-powered submarine, with construction to occur in the US, as part of a broader trade and economic agreement including significant investments and tariff adjustments between the US and South Korea.
President Trump announced that the US will share technology with South Korea to build nuclear-powered submarines, aiming to modernize their alliance and enhance regional security, amidst rising tensions with North Korea and China.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he has approved South Korea to build a nuclear-powered submarine, marking a significant shift in regional security dynamics, with Seoul also seeking permission for nuclear fuel reprocessing, raising questions about proliferation and U.S.-South Korea relations.
The Ukrainian Navy confirmed damage to Russia's nuclear submarine base in Kamchatka caused by a recent earthquake, but officials state it is a technical issue unlikely to impact military operations.
Satellite images suggest that Russia's Rybachiy naval base, housing its Pacific Fleet's nuclear submarines, was hit by a tsunami triggered by an 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Kamchatka on July 30, causing structural damage to a pier but with no confirmed damage to submarines. The event occurs amid heightened tensions between Russia and the U.S., with recent U.S. military deployments in response to Russian threats.
The U.S. Navy's Los Angeles class submarine USS Newport News has made history by docking in Reykjavik, Iceland, marking the first time a nuclear-powered submarine has visited the country. This move underscores the strategic importance of Iceland in Arctic security and U.S. military operations, especially given the increasing Russian submarine activity and regional tensions. The visit highlights Iceland's role as a key outpost for surveillance and defense in the Arctic and the broader North Atlantic region.
A Trident missile misfired and crashed into the ocean near the British nuclear submarine HMS Vanguard during a test off Florida, marking the second failed launch since 2016. Despite the setback, officials maintain confidence in the UK's nuclear deterrent, emphasizing that the misfire was "event specific" and does not impact the reliability of the wider Trident missile systems. The Ministry of Defence has launched an investigation into the incident, while Labour has expressed concern and called for a statement in Parliament from the Defence Secretary.