Three Australians were onboard US submarine that sank Iranian warship, PM says

The Guardian World

by Josh Butler

March 6, 2026

Anthony Albanese confirms ADF members were on vessel but says ‘no Australian personnel’ took part in attacks on Iran Middle East crisis – live updates Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Anthony Albanese has confirmed that three Australians were on a US submarine that sank an Iranian warship, after the Labor government earlier refused to comment on reports that emerged on Thursday. The prime minister said the Australian defence force personnel were on the submarine as part of an Aukus training program. Continue reading...

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Originally published on The Guardian World on 3/6/2026