Strait of Hormuz tensions are taking a new turn. Reports linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard have highlighted the strategic importance of undersea communication cables that pass through the region, raising questions about potential risks to global connectivity. The Strait of Hormuz is not just a key energy corridor but also a critical route for international data traffic, carrying a large share of global internet communications. Experts warn that any disruption to these undersea cables could impact financial systems, businesses, aviation networks, and everyday digital services across multiple regions.

Amid Ukraine’s strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure, a strike hit the Bilorichenska coal mine in Russian-controlled Luhansk, damaging a power substation and leaving 41 miners trapped underground. The blast disrupted electricity supply critical for ventilation, lighting and lift access inside the mine.