-The French Rubis-class submarines, known for their compact size and nuclear power, were initially noisy but later improved with hull modifications. These submarines are equipped with advanced ...

The latest French attack submarines are smaller than some other countries’ attack subs, but are armed with some of the newest and most advanced torpedoes and anti-ship missiles currently available.

Late at night on February 3, 2009 the crew of the French nuclear submarine Triomphant, experienced something of a shock. The 138-meter-long submarine, the lead boat of four serving today as a key ...

In his first meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron since a spat over a canceled multi-billion-dollar submarine deal in September, President Biden blamed a communications snafu. "I was ...

Summary and Key Points: The Rubis-class submarines marked a milestone for the French Navy as the world’s smallest nuclear-powered attack submarines upon their debut in the 1980s. -Their compact ...

A French submarine that was heavily damaged in a fire last year will return to service in three years. But there’s a catch: the Perle won’t entirely be the same submarine.

A French lawmaker also raised questions in the country's parliament in June about Australian concerns over delays, and whether Australia might be considering submarine alternatives, French ...

The nuclear-powered attack submarine Perle may have sustained too much damage to be saved. It could force the French Navy to give up on certain strategic missions.

French submarines visit Norfolk every three years or so, so the Améthyste’s stop here is a rare chance for each side to get to know the other better.