The Royal Navy Sent Its Only Astute-Class Stealth Submarine Into China’s Backyard

The Royal Navy Sent Its Only Astute-Class Stealth Submarine Into China’s Backyard

Summary and Key Points: As of February 2026, Astute-Class Royal Navy submarine HMS Anson is en route to join the Submarine Rotational Force–West in Australia, representing the first “Pillar One” phase of AUKUS. -However, the timing is perplexing: the Anson is currently the Royal Navy’s only fully operational Astute-class attack sub, leaving UK waters thin […] The post The Royal Navy Sent Its Only Astute-Class Stealth Submarine Into China’s Backy…