The Arctic in Danger: Why Cable Cuts Threaten the Internet of Thousands.

Threat to Undersea Internet Cables in the Arctic

Countries in the Arctic region are concerned about the possibility of hybrid warfare, which could threaten undersea internet cables. This issue is particularly pressing for remote islands - Greenland, Iceland, and the Faroe Islands. Denmark, along with these countries, plans to build new cables to avoid disruptions in connectivity in the event of damage to existing connections.

"The vulnerability that you see in the Western world can be multiplied by 1000 here. If you cut one of our cables, we will be without the internet for six to nine months" - emphasized Aaya Hemnitz, a member of the Danish Parliament from Greenland.

Creating new cables will help avoid interruptions in connectivity in case of problems with one of the existing connections. Although most Arctic countries have agreements with satellite companies in case of undersea cable malfunctions, such solutions cannot fully replace the reliability of a cable connection.

The situation with internet cables in the Arctic underscores the importance of information infrastructure, particularly in the context of growing geopolitical tensions. The ability of countries to ensure the security of their connections will determine not only local communication but also strategic stability in the region. Given the active threats, the development of alternative communication routes is becoming increasingly relevant.