undersea cable attacks

NATO Warns of Global Internet Blackouts After Subsea Cable Attacks

NATO has received stark warnings regarding the potential for widespread internet blackouts stemming from a series of suspected attacks on undersea communication cables. This isn’t simply an inconvenience; it represents a significant threat to global infrastructure and stability.

The attacks, seemingly escalating in frequency and severity, target the fiber optic cables that form the backbone of international data, voice, and internet traffic. Telecom giants are sounding the alarm, highlighting the potential for cascading failures that could disrupt critical services worldwide – everything from financial transactions to essential power grids.

These attacks are not merely disruptive acts of vandalism; they are calculated strikes against critical infrastructure, comparable to attacks on power plants or other essential utilities.… Continue reading

EU to Sanction Russia’s Shadow Fleet After Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage

Following damage to the Estlink-2 power cable connecting Finland and Estonia, the EU is preparing sanctions against Russia’s “shadow fleet,” a group of aging vessels suspected of involvement. A Russian-linked ship, the Eagle S, was detained by Finnish authorities, with its anchor suspected of causing the damage. This incident, along with previous attacks on undersea cables and pipelines in the Baltic Sea since 2022, highlights a systemic threat to regional infrastructure, prompting increased security measures and investigations. Repairs to the damaged cable are estimated to take up to seven months.

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