China’s First-of-its-Kind Nuclear Submarine Sinks, WSJ Reports

Sep 26, 2024, 03:06 PM

China’s newest first-of-its-kind nuclear-powered attack submarine sank in the spring, marking a significant setback for one of the country’s priority weapons programs. The incident, which occurred at a shipyard near Wuhan in late May or early June, was covered up by Chinese authorities, according to U.S. officials. The episode has not been previously disclosed. The sinking of the submarine impedes China's military goals. The news was reported by WSJ.