Reports say the U.S. military's Anduril Dive-LD submersible drone was already disabled when Iran grabbed it. U.S. officials deny the report that Iran struck an uncrewed vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a total lie.
In other naval news, a surge in social spending is dimming Britain's hopes for a stronger Royal Navy. International crews flew the P-8A Poseidon at RIMPAC 2026. The Navy's Silent Anvil torpedo moves smoothly to its target. Australia's new combat vessels are progressing despite setbacks.