Iran, Russia Threaten Submarine Cables in Strait of Hormuz
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Iran and Russia have warned that they could target undersea internet cables that run through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global data traffic.
The two countries issued statements saying they would consider attacking the cables if the United States and its allies continued to use the region for military and commercial purposes. The threat comes amid heightened tensions over sanctions and military posturing in the Persian Gulf.
The cables in question carry a significant portion of the world’s internet traffic, and any disruption could affect global communications and commerce.
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