Iran Could Cut World's Internet, Including India: Here Is Why That Should Worry You
Iran-linked media has suggested that undersea internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz could be targeted, potentially disrupting global internet services. India's internet traffic is particularly vulnerable, with nearly 60% relying on westward routes through this region.
Media outlets linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps have indicated that undersea internet cables could be potential targets. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical digital chokepoint, with several international fibre-optic cables passing through it. Over 95% of global internet data is transmitted through undersea cables, and damage to multiple cables could severely disrupt global internet services. India's internet traffic is particularly exposed, with nearly 60% depending on westward routes through this region. A disruption could slow internet speeds, disrupt websites, and impact essential services like banking and digital payments. Repairs to damaged cables can take weeks or months.
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