A US Republican congressman claimed that nuclear weapons may fit American submarines operating in Australia under the AUKUS pact. He made the statement following a visit to the country. Reports suggest the US is pressuring the Australian government regarding the Port of Darwin lease. The US is also seeking greater Australian defence spending at present. The AUKUS agreement involves nuclear-powered submarines for Australia under the arrangement.
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US subs 'could carry nuclear weapons in Australia' - The Australian
US subs 'could carry nuclear weapons in Australia' The Australian
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US Congressman Urges Australia to Welcome Nuclear-armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact - SSBCrack
US Congressman Urges Australia to Welcome Nuclear-armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact SSBCrack
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US Congressmember Advocates for Australia to Embrace Nuclear-Armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact - SSBCrack
US Congressmember Advocates for Australia to Embrace Nuclear-Armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact SSBCrack