The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has threatened to target seven internet cables running beneath the Strait of Hormuz. Reports of these threats surfaced Monday amid escalating regional tensions and growing concerns about the potential for conflict to extend to digital infrastructure. This development comes as warnings increase regarding the possibility of attacks on crucial underwater infrastructure. The threats specifically target cables transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global internet traffic. This action would disrupt internet connectivity for a wide range of users. The reports originated from media outlets covering the escalating regional instability, indicating a concerning new dimension to the conflict. Hespress, a Moroccan online newspaper, originally reported the story.