Undersea Cable Sabotage: The Hidden War Threatening Global Internet

A hidden war may already be unfolding beneath the world's oceans. Undersea cables carry almost all intercontinental internet data, but a series of incidents in the Baltic Sea has raised fears of sabotage by Russia and other hostile actors. Could attacks on this vital infrastructure cripple Western economies? And can NATO protect thousands of kilometres of cables and pipelines? In this DW News report, we speak to Elisabeth Braw, Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council and author of The Undersea War, about Russia, China and the emerging threats to the undersea network that underpins global communications. Braw provides expert insight into the vulnerabilities of these critical systems and the geopolitical tensions surrounding them. The interview explores the potential consequences of a successful attack on undersea cables, the challenges of defending such vast infrastructure, and the steps NATO and its allies are taking to deter and respond to hostile actions. With tensions rising, the security of the world's undersea cables has become a pressing concern for governments and militaries alike.