Iran Threatens to Cut Gulf Internet Cables If Attacked
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Iran has developed plans to target undersea internet cables in the Persian Gulf in retaliation for potential attacks by the U.S. and Israel, according to Iranian security officials. The IRGC has identified seven major cables beneath the Strait of Hormuz as potential targets. While such attacks could disrupt regional communications, the global impact might be limited due to the relatively small amount of international bandwidth passing through the Strait. These threats are seen as a deterrent and a way to pressure the U.S. by highlighting risks to investments in the region.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Iran has plans to target undersea internet cables in the Persian Gulf if attacked by the U.S. and Israel.
- The IRGC identified seven major internet cables beneath the Strait of Hormuz as potential targets.
- Iran aims to prevent repairs to prolong disruptions to regional communication networks.
- The global impact of attacks in the Strait of Hormuz may be limited, with less than 1% of international bandwidth passing through.
- Threats are seen as a deterrent and a way to pressure the U.S. by highlighting investment risks.
- Gulf nations and companies are investing in infrastructure to enhance resilience against potential attacks.
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