"Houthis Threaten Underwater Internet Cables in Red Sea"

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"Houthis Threaten Underwater Internet Cables in Red Sea"
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Yemen's UN-recognized government has warned of a potential threat from Houthi rebels to cut undersea internet cables in the Red Sea, posing a serious risk to global digital infrastructure. An analyst has suggested that the Houthis may shift their strategy to target undersea telecommunications cables, potentially causing major economic disruptions. While the Houthis have disavowed the notion, concerns remain about their ability to reach the deep waters where the cables are located. The US has recently conducted strikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen to protect shipping lanes in the Red Sea.

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