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Israel Online · Oct 19, 2026

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Iran Threatens Undersea Internet Cables in Strait of Hormuz Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that undersea internet cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz could become new targets. The strategic waterway carries major communications infrastructure, including the FALCON, AAE-1 and Gulf Bridge International cable systems. Damage to these networks could disrupt internet connectivity, financial services and international communications across Gulf countries. The warning raises concerns that Iran could expand its threats beyond shipping and energy infrastructure to critical digital networks.

*Iran Threatens Undersea Internet Cables in Strait of Hormuz* Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that undersea internet cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz could become new targets. The strategic waterway carries major communications infrastructure, including the FALCON, AAE-1 and Gulf Bridge International cable systems. Damage to these networks could disrupt internet connectivity, financial services and international communications across Gulf countries. The warning raises concerns that Iran could expand its threats beyond shipping and energy infrastructure to critical digital networks.

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