October 12, 2026PoliticsTechnology·Neutral·politics
Iran considering requiring Google, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon to obtain permits for undersea cables in Strait of Hormuz, Tasnim reports
Iran is openly considering forcing Google, Meta, Microsoft and Amazon to obtain permits, undergo technical inspections and pay 'sovereignty fees' for undersea internet cables passing through its territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz, per Tasnim News. Major cable systems including FALCON would be affected.
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