Three fiber optic cables providing internet and telecommunications services have been cut at the bottom of the Red Sea, raising global concerns that internet and telecommunications services may be affected, according to the Associated Press on March 5.
According to the report, it is unclear why the fiber optic cable was cut. However, there have been concerns about Yemen's Houthi action against data fiber optic cables. The Houthis are a Shiite armed group, and Yemen** accuses them of trying to destabilize the Red Sea region.
The Red Sea is an important shipping route for goods and energy transportation from Asia and the Middle East to Europe. Although global shipping on the Red Sea route has been disrupted, the disruption of telecommunications lines could further exacerbate the month-long Red Sea crisis. This could lead to a significant impact on communication and internet services between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Fiber optic cables are an essential part of modern communications, carrying large amounts of data across the seabed, including internet traffic,** and television signals. The severing of fiber optic cables may lead to communication interruptions, affecting people's daily lives and work. In addition, the repair of fiber optic cables can take weeks or even months, which will have long-term effects on the affected areas.
This incident is yet another reminder of the importance of global internet and telecommunications services and the need to protect these infrastructures. and international organizations need to take steps to ensure the security of fiber optic cables and other critical infrastructure to prevent similar incidents from occurring.
Overall, the severance of three submarine cables in the Red Sea has had a significant impact on global internet and telecommunications services. We need to keep an eye on the further development of the incident and take the necessary measures to protect our communications infrastructure.