New Israeli Dolphin Submarine 'Dragon' Arrives This Week
Israel's newest submarine, named 'Dragon' (meaning 'Tannin' in Arabic), is expected to arrive in Israel this week, according to Channel 12 News. The submarine departed a shipyard in Germany approximately three weeks ago.
The 'Dragon' is the sixth submarine in the Israeli Navy's fleet and the third of the Dolphin AIP (Air-Independent Propulsion) class. These advanced submarines can remain submerged for extended periods without needing to surface for air replenishment.
The submarine sailed from Germany to the Eastern Mediterranean region under strict security measures, traveling submerged and in great secrecy. This caution is due to assessments that countries like Turkey, Russia, and China might attempt to intercept it and gather intelligence.
Israel has not officially confirmed the advanced armament details of the submarine. However, foreign reports suggest that Israeli submarines possess the capability to carry nuclear weapons, forming part of Israel's deterrent capabilities in the event of an existential threat.
A formal ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Navy base in Haifa upon the submarine's arrival.
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