3 Australians Were on U.S. Submarine That Sank an Iranian Warship
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Three Australian personnel were aboard the U.S. submarine that sank an Iranian warship, confirmed by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, raising concerns about Australia's involvement in the Middle East conflict due to close military ties with the U.S.
- Albanese stated the Australians did not engage in offensive actions against Iran and must adhere to Australian law and policy despite their integration with U.S. forces, while deferring questions about the legality of the attack to the U.S.
- The presence of Australian submariners on U.S. vessels is part of the AUKUS pact, which increases naval cooperation between Australia, the U.S., and Britain, including plans for Australia to acquire nuclear-powered submarines and technology.
- Critics, including Senator David Shoebridge
