Wait, do not tear

In the United States, they are concerned that Russian submarines and reconnaissance ships "aggressively act" near important underwater cables, which ensure the operation of almost the entire global Internet. It is reported by The New York Times with reference to high -ranking military and intelligence officers.

At the same time, the problem of intercepting Russian intelligence messages transmitted through these communication lines is not worth it. It was resolved even during the Cold War. The American military fears that during periods of tension or conflict, Russian ships can damage cables.

Although there is no evidence that attempts to cut the cable were made, the US is developing countermeasures in case of such situations. However, representatives of the Pentagon do not disclose what they are going to do in the event of a possible attack by Russia on the most important cables.

“The information that some country is invading communication cables is always concerned. However, due to the classified nature of underwater operations, we do not comment on the details,” said the US Navy spokesman in Washington William Marx.

In the coastal areas of the cables can be damaged by the anchors of the vessels or as a result of natural disasters. However, damage is quickly eliminated. The American military is concerned that Russian ships are looking for vulnerable places at great depths, where cable breaks are more difficult to find and repair.

In early September, the Russian reconnaissance ship "Amber" was in international waters in the Kings Bey naval area in Georgia. The ship is equipped with two deep -sea devices, as well as devices for cutting underwater cables and decay of various sensors. Then the ship retired towards Cuba.

According to The New York Times, several important underwater cables are held in the area of ​​the actions of this ship.