Australia's Coalition Floats Stealth Bombers as AUKUS Submarine Stopgap

Australia's Coalition has suggested next-generation stealth bombers as a potential stopgap for the AUKUS submarine program. The proposal comes as a UK defence committee warns that 'shortcomings and failures' could sink the AUKUS nuclear submarine plan. A UK inquiry has released a report on the submarine pact, calling for renewed impetus on the commitment. The Coalition's suggestion is seen as a response to concerns about delays in the submarine delivery.