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War on the Rocks · Defense Analysis· Anita Nikolich·· 11h agoSelected

Who Repairs the Internet in Wartime? U.S. Lacks Strategy for Submarine Cable Repair

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The article warns that submarine cables are vulnerable in wartime and that the United States has no coordinated strategy to repair simultaneous cable cuts across multiple theaters. It highlights limited repair ships, spare-part shortages, insurance risks, and legal ambiguity, urging federal designation of cables as critical infrastructure and funding for an expanded Cable Security Fleet.

Why it matters

This analysis reveals the vulnerability of undersea communication infrastructure in great-power competition, offering insight into global internet resilience, supply chain security, and military logistics, though it is a policy recommendation piece rather than breaking market news.

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