Explainer: The war in Iran now threatens the global internet:
A single severed cable could derail e-commerce, slow internet speeds to a crawl ...
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Key FactsHormuz Strait's Vital Undersea Cable Risks
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- The Strait of Hormuz serves as a crucial digital corridor connecting Asia and Europe via multiple subsea cable networks.
- These cables handle nearly all global internet traffic along with telecommunications and electricity transmission across nations.
- Ongoing conflict in Iran increases the likelihood of accidental cable damage caused by vessels operating in contested waters.
- Repair efforts are complicated by access restrictions, security threats, and the need for permits in the affected maritime zones.
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