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The Uncertain Future of the Russian Navy

Key Points and Summary – The Russian Navy’s future is “tenuous and unclear” as it evolves from a global aspiration into a smaller, regional...

Caleb LarsonAugust 23, 2025

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Wash. (Aug. 14, 2003) -- Illustration of USS Ohio (SSGN 726) which is undergoing a conversion from a Ballistic Missile Submarine (SSBN) to a Guided Missile Submarine (SSGN) designation. Ohio has been out of service since Oct. 29, 2002 for conversion to SSGN at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Four Ohio-class strategic missile submarines, USS Ohio (SSBN 726), USS Michigan (SSBN 727) USS Florida (SSBN 728), and USS Georgia (SSBN 729) have been selected for transformation into a new platform, designated SSGN. The SSGNs will have the capability to support and launch up to 154 Tomahawk missiles, a significant increase in capacity compared to other platforms. The 22 missile tubes also will provide the capability to carry other payloads, such as unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and Special Forces equipment. This new platform will also have the capability to carry and support more than 66 Navy SEALs (Sea, Air and Land) and insert them clandestinely into potential conflict areas. U.S. Navy illustration. (RELEASED)

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Meet Block V: The Most Heavily Armed Virginia-Class Submarine Ever Built

Key Points and Summary – The new Block V Virginia-class submarines are set to be the most capable and flexible boats in the U.S....

Caleb LarsonAugust 21, 2025

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Russia’s ‘New’ Lada-Class Submarine Summed Up in 1 Word

Key Points and Summary: The Russian Navy has commissioned the first of its new, modernized Lada-class conventional submarines, the “Kronstadt.” -While the Lada name...

Steve BalestrieriAugust 21, 2025

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Australia May Never Get AUKUS Nuclear Attack Submarines

Key Points and Summary – The United Kingdom and Australia have solidified their AUKUS partnership by signing the 50-year Geelong Treaty for nuclear submarine...

Jack BuckbyAugust 21, 2025

Norfolk, Va. (Aug. 22, 2006) – Sailors stationed aboard the Pre Commissioning Unit (PCU) Texas (SSN 775) stand topside as she gets underway from Naval Station Norfolk.

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Triple the Firepower: Inside the Virginia-Class Block VI ‘Super’ Submarine

Key Points and Summary – The U.S. Navy’s upcoming Virginia-class Block VI submarines represent a significant leap in undersea warfare, designed to ensure continued...

Steve BalestrieriAugust 20, 2025

(August 1, 2025) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) approaches the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) for a replenishment-at-sea in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)

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The US Navy’s Shipbuilding Crisis Is Real

Key Points and Summary – The United States Navy’s industrial base is facing a full-blown crisis, threatening America’s status as the world’s dominant naval...

Andrew LathamAugust 19, 2025