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US Navy F/A-18F returns from Iran strikes with 'Sub Buster' markings

A US Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet returned from operations against Iran displaying 'Sub Buster' markings, suggesting it participated in strikes on Iranian submarines in port. The aircraft is not designed for anti-submarine warfare, indicating a novel mission profile. This is a first reported instance of such markings, highlighting expanded US targeting of Iranian naval assets.

Task & Purpose2 days agoUS, IRengCredibility 10%View source

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Source credibility0.1

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