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Iran's threat to Hormuz submarine cables

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to impose permits on submarine fiber-optic cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move could disrupt global data flow, impacting financial transactions and government communications. While some countries have alternative routes, Qatar, hosting a key cable terminal, faces significant impact. Repairing damaged cables could become challenging due to potential Iranian interference.

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