U.S. official confirms sinking of Chinese nuclear-powered submarine earlier this year

A senior U.S. defense official revealed that a Chinese nuclear-powered attack submarine sank earlier this year, likely between May and June. This incident raises concerns about China's military capabilities as it seeks to expand its naval forces. The Chinese embassy in Washington stated they had no information about the sinking. The U.S. official noted uncertainty about the cause and whether the submarine had nuclear fuel on board. Taiwan's Defense Minister confirmed awareness of the situation through intelligence methods. China currently has a significant submarine fleet, which is expected to grow in the coming years.