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Ships Linked to Iran Spotted Loitering Over Crucial Internet Cables
Several ships connected to Iran have been seen hovering near important underwater internet cables in the Persian Gulf following threats made toward the U.S.
Map showing the location of subsea internet cables in the Persian Gulf with ship icons near key infrastructure points.
By John Doe
Reporting from Iran 
Nov. 8, 2026, 3:03 a.m. - 1 day, 14 hours ago
There is growing concern in the Persian Gulf. Ships linked to Iran have been seen loitering near key underwater internet cables.
These cables are very important. They carry the vast majority of the world's digital data. If they were damaged, it could cause major disruptions to the global economy and internet access.
These sightings come right after Iran issued threats toward President-elect Donald Trump. Because of this timing, experts are worried that these ships might be planning to interfere with the cables or are trying to send a warning.
Some reports note that these ships have even "gone dark," which means they turned off their location trackers. This makes it harder for others to see exactly where they are or what they are doing.
The Persian Gulf is a major artery for digital traffic. People are watching the area closely to see what happens next. Authorities are concerned about the safety of this digital infrastructure during this time of high tension.
Source: Ars Technica
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