Microsoft has reported that its Azure cloud platform is experiencing increased latency due to damage to multiple international cables in the Red Sea. The incident is impacting network capacity, potentially affecting users in regions connected by these cables. Microsoft is rerouting traffic to mitigate the issue and restore services to normal levels.
While the exact cause of the damage remains unconfirmed, underwater cables are critical infrastructure, and such incidents can significantly disrupt internet traffic. Repair efforts are underway, but delays are expected. Microsoft is working with local partners to implement additional capacity and minimise the impact on Azure services.
Similar cable breaks in the past have demonstrated the vulnerability of cloud services to disruptions in undersea infrastructure. Companies like Microsoft, Amazon and Google have invested in these cables. Diversification and redundancy are key to maintaining network stability during such events.
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