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Britain and the US launch heavy torpedo from underwater drone for the first time
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Britain successfully launched a heavy torpedo from the autonomous underwater drone Excalibur during tests in British waters. This event marks a significant step in enhancing NATO's underwater capabilities as part of the AUKUS partnership.
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- Date: September 22, 2026
- Location: British waters
- Drone: Excalibur
- Partnership: AUKUS
- Purpose: Strengthening NATO capabilities
Britain · US · AUKUS · Excalibur · NATO
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