A US Republican congressman said that nuclear weapons might fit American submarines operating in Australia under the AUKUS pact. He made the comments after a visit to the country. Reports indicate the US is pressuring the Australian government over the Port of Darwin lease. The US is also seeking increased Australian defence spending at this stage. The AUKUS agreement covers 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