Donald Trump Threatens Fresh Strikes on Iran, Tehran Warns It Could Cut Undersea Internet Cables

Washington: Tension between America and Iran appears to be increasing once again. US President Donald Trump has indicated that America may take military action against Iran again. After his statement, the fear of war breaking out again in West Asia has deepened. Meanwhile, Iranian security officials have warned that if Iran is attacked again by America and Israel, then the communication cables laid under the Strait of Hormuz could be targeted. This is likely to affect international internet networks, digital services and global business.

Can Trump take military action against Iran again?

Donald Trump said during a rally held in Florida on Friday that the US could launch another 'Little Epic Fury' campaign against Iran. This name was used in reference to the US military campaign against Iran. However, Trump did not clarify when America would take such action or what kind of military strategy could be adopted for this.

Even before this, Trump has given different statements regarding military action against Iran. He said the US has the ability to end the war but also questioned whether the conflict should end immediately or maintain pressure on Iran.

There is also concern about its potential effects on energy markets and the global economy amid uncertainty over the duration of the war and its future strategy.

Why are the sea cables of the Strait of Hormuz at risk?

The warning issued by Iranian security officials has raised questions over the security of the communication network laid under the sea. According to the report, if Iran is attacked again, the communication cables under the Strait of Hormuz could be targeted.

Fiber-optic cables laid under the sea play an important role in transmitting internet data between different countries of the world. Video calls, digital payments, cloud services and international business communications operate through these networks.

However, damage to a cable does not mean that the entire world's Internet will be shut down. The actual impact will depend on how many cables are affected, how much traffic can be sent to other networks, and how quickly repairs are made.

What effect will the cutting of the sea cable have on the Internet and business?

Damage to undersea communication cables may slow down internet speeds in the affected areas. Data traffic may need to be routed through other routes, which may increase pressure on the network.

This may impact international financial transactions, online business, video conferencing and cloud based services. However, the severity of any potential damage can only be assessed based on the condition of the affected cables and available alternative networks.
The importance of energy and digital infrastructure has continued to grow in the Gulf region. In such a situation, the impact of military conflict cannot be limited only to the supply of oil and gas, but the regional communication system can also get affected.

What warning did France, Turkey and Germany give regarding military action?

Many countries have appealed to reduce tension amid fears of repeated military action against Iran. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that a new attack on Iran could widen the conflict, according to details cited in the news. He emphasised resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barro also expressed concern about the possible consequences of increasing tensions. At the same time, Germany has said that it is in favor of diplomatic efforts to prevent the possibility of Iran acquiring nuclear weapons.

Central to these countries' concerns are regional stability, energy supplies, and the broader economic effects of the war. However, it is important to confirm the statements of the respective governments before publishing the latest official position of any country.

Is the digital infrastructure of Gulf countries also in danger?

The Gulf countries have invested heavily in the digital economy, artificial intelligence and technological infrastructure in the last few years. Cooperation with American technology companies has also increased in this field. In such a situation, any major military conflict can create new challenges regarding the security of digital networks and technical services.

Apart from undersea cables, land networks also help in carrying international internet traffic. The impact of damage to one cable can be mitigated by having alternative routes, but barriers to repair, insurance and access to the sea area can add to the problem.