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A major AWS cloud outage originating from the US-EAST-1 region caused widespread disruptions across various sectors, highlighting the fragility of complex cloud infrastructure and the cascading impacts of such failures.
Undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea have caused internet disruptions in parts of Asia and the Middle East, with possible causes including accidental human activities or targeted attacks, though the exact reason remains unclear. Key cables affected include the SMW4 and IMEWE systems, which connect Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, and disruptions have impacted countries like India, Pakistan, Kuwait, and the UAE.
Internet disruptions in the Middle East and South Asia are occurring due to undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea, affecting Microsoft’s Azure services and causing increased latency and slow internet speeds in countries like Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, the UAE, and India. The cuts, possibly linked to attacks or damage, have raised concerns about the vulnerability of undersea cables, which are crucial for global connectivity. Microsoft is working to resolve the issues, and the situation highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and security concerns in the region.
The Iranian internet is reportedly experiencing widespread disruptions throughout the country, with users encountering difficulties accessing online services. The cause of the disruptions remains unclear, but they come amid heightened tensions in the region and concerns about cybersecurity. The Iranian government has not provided an official explanation for the internet issues.