China's New Nuclear Submarine Sinks : U.S. Official Reveals | News9

A senior U.S. defense official revealed that China’s newest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank earlier this year, potentially embarrassing Beijing as it expands its military capabilities. Satellite images from Planet Labs suggest the submarine was docked at the Wuchang shipyard when the incident occurred between May and June. Despite having the largest navy in the world, this setback raises questions about China’s naval advancements. The U.S. Defense Department predicts that China's submarine force will grow significantly by 2035.

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[rmstark]

There largest navy isn't that strong they count skiffs. They don't have the largest of the big ships that count. Too many diesel powered ones

[GilFurr-mgok]

I believe submarines are supposed to sink...😂

[hejjbdhfg-ij]

Fake news. Wuhan ( and Wuchang) city is thousands of Kms away from east coast of China, only has Yangzi River running through. Anyone with basic military knowledge wont believe any sub would sail there or being built there ever!! Also ALL of Chinese subs are built in Huludao, a coastal city in Northern china

[madhurjyagogoi]

Real of fake? Is it dangerous for environment?

[BBme]

propaganda from US again. Cranes are used to lift down ships to the water, very common in shipyard practice.

[AB__AB]

It was there and then it wasn't, therefore it sank?

[justinvanruler]

I think subs are suppose to sink so is this even news? 🤡🌎