French Nuclear Submarine Mysteriously Docks in Nova Scotia, Just Miles From U.S. Border

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A nuclear-powered French attack submarine left residents puzzled when it appeared off the coast of an eastern Canadian province, situated merely 300 miles from the United States' border.

The French Navy Suffren-class submarine, the FS Tourville, reached Halifax , Nova Scotia earlier this week.

Unfounded assertions rapidly circulated online suggesting it was in reaction to Donald Trump 's annexation warnings following the president's repeated calls for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state And referred to departing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as "governor." However, those speculations were swiftly dismissed.

The FS Tourville set sail across the Atlantic following the Royal Canadian Navy’s announcement of an investment of CAD 60 billion ($42 billion) aimed at modernizing its deteriorating submarine fleet, as reported by a leading French national newspaper. Le Parisien .

France In September, as Trump was still campaigning for the 2024 election, both countries signed an agreement aimed at bolstering their collaboration in areas of defense and security.

“The joy of welcoming French submarine #Tourville to Halifax. Allies and friends collaborating closely. Hope you enjoy your visit,” posted Lieutenant Governor Nova Scotia Mike Savage’s office on X Thursday.

As reported by Canada's CTV News, the submarine is anticipated to stay at the port until March 21.

The FS Tourville measures 99 meters in length, has a displacement of 5,200 tons when underwater, and can plunge deeper than 350 meters.

The French submarine is driven by a nuclear reactor, offering considerable range and independent operation, with the capability to achieve velocities exceeding 25 knots.

It boasts naval cruise missiles, F21 heavyweight wire-guided torpedoes, and updated Exocet SM39 anti-ship missiles.

It is reported that the covert and well-outfitted submarine is capable of operating effectively across all oceanic environments and has an operational capability exceeding 270 days at sea annually, making it ideal for intelligence-gathering operations.

Ottawa plans to add anywhere from six to twelve new submarines Into operation, with the Navy’s initial substitute submarine scheduled for delivery by 2035. A vendor will be chosen by 2028.

Last summer, The Naval Group completed construction of the FS Tourville at their shipyard in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. According to reports from a local newspaper based in Cherbourg, they are now trying to secure a deal following Canada’s recent request for information about potential contracts. Le Journal de La Manche .

As stated by the French Embassy in Canada, the FS Tourville is scheduled to conduct experiments in the remote northern regions of Canada and assess navigation capabilities in icy environments.

“After experiments with basic ground-laying in the Canadian far north and navigation in ice, Franco-Canadian cooperation was strengthened with the stopover of the SNA TOURVILLE, the latest attack submarine,” Bruno Heluin, the Defense Attaché at the French Embassy in Ottawa posted on LinkedIn Monday in a post translated by Google.

This vessel of the French Navy has just completed its inaugural transatlantic voyage. This presents a great chance to showcase our operational, personnel, and industrial knowledge. Given that Canada is planning to enhance its submarine capabilities, France can undoubtedly contribute distinctive expertise.

"United we stand," he concluded.

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