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Undersea Cables: NATO Bolsters Defense Amid Russian Tensions

11/21/2025

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Undersea cables carry over 95% of global internet traffic.
They are vulnerable amid tensions with Russia.
NATO allies accuse Russia of escalating hybrid warfare by targeting critical infrastructure, including undersea cables, and Russia denies involvement.
The Baltic Sea's shallow waters create risks of accidental damage and potential sabotage.
NATO's Baltic Sentry operation aims to protect these cables.

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Story summary

Undersea cables carry over 95% of global internet traffic.
They are vulnerable amid tensions with Russia.
NATO allies accuse Russia of escalating hybrid warfare by targeting critical infrastructure, including undersea cables, and Russia denies involvement.
The Baltic Sea's shallow waters create risks of accidental damage and potential sabotage.
NATO's Baltic Sentry operation aims to protect these cables.