Undersea Cable Fault Between Egypt and Syria Affects Internet Services
The undersea cable connecting the city of Alexandria in Egypt and the city of Tartus in Syria has been subjected to an act of sabotage, leading to a significant impact on internet services. This cable is considered one of the most important international routes that the region relies on for connection to the global internet.
Reports indicated that this fault has caused major issues with internet speed and quality, particularly on the Syrian side, which relies primarily on this route. Such faults in undersea cables lead to extreme slowness in website browsing and the disruption of some digital services that depend on international connectivity.
Alexandria is a vital and strategic hub for undersea cables in the Middle East and North Africa region. It serves as a major junction for dozens of cables connecting the world's continents, making the stability of this infrastructure essential for ensuring the continuity of international communications.
Currently, specialized technical authorities are working to assess the extent of the damage and begin the necessary repair procedures to restore service to normal. Repair operations are expected to take some time due to the nature of technical work underwater, while alternative routes are being sought to minimize the impact of the outage on users.