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Microsoft Azure Disrupted by Undersea Cable Cuts

9/7/2025

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Microsoft faces service disruptions in Azure due to multiple undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea.
The issues started around 1:45 AM ET on Saturday, impacting traffic between Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Users may experience increased latency, but other Microsoft services remain operational.
Microsoft is rerouting traffic and exploring alternative capacity options.
Daily updates on repair status will be provided, but details on damage remain undisclosed.

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Microsoft faces service disruptions in Azure due to multiple undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea.
The issues started around 1:45 AM ET on Saturday, impacting traffic between Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Users may experience increased latency, but other Microsoft services remain operational.
Microsoft is rerouting traffic and exploring alternative capacity options.
Daily updates on repair status will be provided, but details on damage remain undisclosed.