The USS Connecticut, a US Navy nuclear-powered submarine, will return to service by late 2026 after major repairs from a 2021 collision in the South China Sea. The rare vessel's restoration faces delays due to part shortages and shipyard issues, raising concerns amid Indo-Pacific tensions.
Washington [US], November 4 (ANI/Sputnik): The US Navy is conducting further investigations into the serious damage to its nuclear attack submarine USS Connecticut when it hit an underwater reef and, if necessary, the responsible individuals will be held accountable, Secretary of the Navy Ca