CNN reports that submarine cables in the Red Sea, crucial for telecommunications between Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, have been damaged, causing significant disruptions. Four major telecom networks are affected, with an estimated 25% of traffic being rerouted to minimize customer impact. The cause and perpetrators of the damage remain unidentified, amidst speculations involving Houthi rebels and military activities by the UK and US. This incident highlights the vulnerability of the undersea infrastructure that underpins global internet connectivity, reminiscent of past disruptions like the 2006 Taiwan earthquake. Among the impacted networks are the Asia-Africa-Europe and the Europe India Gateway, both vital for international telecommunications.

So if you feel your internet is a little wonky today, you may not be wrong!