Strait of Hormuz tensions are taking a new turn. Reports linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard have highlighted the strategic importance of undersea communication cables that pass through the region, raising questions about potential risks to global connectivity. The Strait of Hormuz is not just a key energy corridor but also a critical route for international data traffic, carrying a large share of global internet communications. Experts warn that any disruption to these undersea cables could impact financial systems, businesses, aviation networks, and everyday digital services across multiple regions.

A widespread technical outage in Microsoft's cloud services caused major disruptions, grounding flights for several airlines worldwide. The outage, affecting Windows globally, impacted millions of users and led to flight cancellations by airlines like American Airlines and Delta Airlines. Airport operations, including check-ins, were temporarily halted due to technical glitches. Banks, hospitals, and businesses also faced operational challenges during the outage.