Iran threatens internet cables and data centers if Trump restarts conflict
Iranian commanders threaten to strike wider targets including undersea cables and AI data centers.
Iranian commanders say they have built large new weapons stockpiles and are preparing to strike beyond the region if fighting resumes. In recent weeks, they have threatened to cut undersea internet cables and to hit AI data centers.
They threaten to attack regional oil and gas facilities. The conflict between Iran and the US has stalled for nearly nine months.
Both sides claim victory. But it's unclear whether Trump will order new strikes.
Ordinary Iranians report fear and constant readiness for bombing to restart. The US military has prepared new strike plans.
These could include its largest non-nuclear bomb.
- Nearly nine months
- Stalemate duration
- 30 launched in one exercise
- Ballistic missiles tested
- MOAB (largest non-nuclear bomb)
- US escalation option
Why it mattersEscalation could disrupt global internet infrastructure and energy markets. It could also draw more nations into conflict.
AustraliaAustralian businesses and consumers depend on undersea cables for internet; disruption would affect connectivity and costs.
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