underwater cables

Houthis knock out underwater cables linking Europe to Asia – report

The recent reports of the Houthis knocking out underwater cables linking Europe to Asia have left me deeply concerned. This blatant act of disruption targeting the infrastructure that connects continents is a clear display of how fragile our digital connectivity truly is. The impact of such actions goes beyond just interrupted internet access; it has the potential to disrupt global communications and trade, potentially even instigating conflicts between nations.

It is startling to think that such a small group can wield so much power in this modern era. The example of a North Korean agent cutting the fiber link between Japan and South Korea in the 90s highlights how easily critical infrastructure can be disrupted.… Continue reading