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Written question asked by Mark Pritchard (Conservative) on Thursday, 5 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 March 2026. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Thursday, 12 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Iran: Warships

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential risks of Iran's (a) diesel-electric submarine fleet, (b) mini-submarines and (c) underwater unmanned autonomous vehicles on (i) the Royal Navy and (ii) UK commercial shipping.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence routinely monitors and assesses the capabilities and activities of the Iranian Armed Forces, including its naval assets.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
118164
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Navy Iran Shipping Warships Unmanned marine systems
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk