All at sea with Pete Hegseth: Is this is what AUKUS looks like in practice?
It seems that Australia finds itself yoked to America's actions whether the government likes it or not. [Continue Reading]
Japan plans to enhance military presence on Iwo Jima amid concerns over Chinese military activity in the Pacific
Japan is reportedly moving forward with plans to enhance its military capabilities on Iwo Jima, a volcanic island situated approximately 1,207 kilometers south of Tokyo. According to recent reports from the Asahi newspaper, the Japanese Defence Ministry is set to increase its presence on the island and is contemplating the establishment of a Pacific defence initiative office. This strategic decision comes amid growing concerns regarding increasing Chinese military activity in the Pacific region. Analysts have underscored the strategic importance of Iwo Jima, noting that its geographical positioning contributes significantly to Japan’s expansive exclusive economic zone. Masayuki Masuda, an expert from... [Continue Reading]
Albanese says Australian troops were on board US submarine that sank Iranian ship
Three Australian military personnel were on board an American submarine that sank an Iranian navy ship off Sri Lanka this week, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Friday. Speaking to Sky News, Albanese said: “I can confirm that there were three Australian personnel on board that vessel”. The personnel were on board the submarine as part of training arrangements under Aukus, a multidecade defence pact with Britain and the United States, Albanese said. “These are long-standing third country... [Continue Reading]
Three Australians were onboard US submarine that sank Iranian warship, PM says
Anthony Albanese confirms ADF members were on vessel but says ‘no Australian personnel’ took part in attacks on IranMiddle East crisis – live updatesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has confirmed that three Australians were on a US submarine that sank an Iranian warship, after the Labor government earlier refused to comment on reports that emerged on Thursday.The prime minister said the Australian defence force personnel were on the submarine as part of an Aukus training program. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Penny Wong refuses to say if any Australian crew onboard US submarine that sank Iranian warship
Albanese government won’t confirm if Defence personnel involved, but more than 50 Australian sailors and officers serving across US attack submarine fleetFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian government has refused to disclose whether Australian sailors or officers were onboard the US attack submarine that torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, killing at least 87 people.More than 50 Australian sailors and officers are serving across the US attack submarine fleet, a training regimen that is part of preparations for Australia to command its... [Continue Reading]
