Red Sea Cable Cuts Disrupt Internet Access
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Houthi Attacks on undersea Cables: The Houthis planned to attack undersea cables in the Red Sea, and several were cut. While initially denying obligation, they later acknowledged the cuts via their al-Masirah satellite news channel (citing NetBlocks).
Broader Campaign: From November 2023 to December 2024, the Houthis have targeted over 100 ships with missiles and drones due to the Israel-Hamas war. they have sunk four vessels and killed at least eight mariners.
Past Responses to Houthi Actions: Attacks paused during a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. Later, the Houthis were targeted by U.S.airstrikes ordered by President Trump (followed by a ceasefire declaration). They sank two vessels in July, resulting in at least four deaths and potential hostage situations.
current Context: The new attacks on undersea cables are occurring amidst uncertainty surrounding a potential new ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war and stalled talks between the U.S. and Iran regarding Iran’s nuclear program, elaborate by recent Israeli actions (including U.S. bombing of Iranian atomic sites).
* Source: The information comes from The Associated Press (© 2025).