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Israel Welcomes Sixth Submarine At Haifa Naval Base
- On Thursday, the INS Drakon officially joined the Israeli Navy following a secret voyage from Germany. The submarine is the sixth to join the fleet in recent years and the third of the Dolphin II-class variant.
- The vessel's arrival follows more than 12 years of development and approximately 20 years of Israeli project management in Germany. This milestone symbolizes the long-standing defense partnership between Israel and Germany.
- Measuring over 70 meters, the Drakon incorporates an Air-Independent Propulsion system enabling extended submerged operations. The bow features 10 torpedo tubes, including four larger 650 mm tubes.
- The IDF reported the Drakon provides stronger weapons and longer underwater capabilities than previous submarines. Foreign reports claim the vessels can deliver nuclear weapons, expanding the Israeli Navy's operational toolkit.
- Israeli involvement in joint naval projects continues with a focus on the 'Dakar' class submarines currently under construction. Delivery is expected to begin in 2031.
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3,000-ton warning to Iran and Turkey: Inside INS Drakon, Israel’s newest and most adv
Israel’s sixth submarine can remain at sea longer, carry more weapons and operate near enemy shores; after 14 years of preparation and a 24-day voyage from Germany, it is expected to become fully operational within two months
·Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Zamir: Iran Remains a Threat as Navy Welcomes INS Drakon
HAIFA (VINnews) — Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said Thursday that the military continues to watch Iran and its regional proxies, even as the Navy formally marked the arrival of its sixth submarine, INS Drakon. Speaking at a ceremony for the German-built vessel, Zamir said Israel’s attention has not shifted. […]
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