Iran has warned that critical digital infrastructure across the region could face attacks if fighting escalates sharply again, raising concerns about the security of data centres, telecommunications cables and artificial intelligence facilities. Mohsen Rezaei, a senior Iranian official and former commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, said Tehran considers the latest United States response to its proposal for ending the conflict insufficient. His remarks were reported by Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency. Rezaei said Washington had accepted some of Iran’s seven conditions, while other points remained unclear. He called on the United States to clarify the outstanding issues, although he did not provide further details. The two sides have continued communicating through mediation following the rejection of an earlier proposal. The warning specifically identified regional cables, data centres and artificial intelligence facilities as potential targets if intense fighting resumes. Such infrastructure supports internet connectivity, digital services, cloud computing and business operations, making its security important for governments and companies across the region. Iran’s naval forces also warned that vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz could be treated as hostile if they switched off their navigation and identification systems, according to IRNA. The warning comes amid heightened maritime tensions and continuing efforts to reach an agreement. The developments highlight the potential risks that renewed conflict could pose to regional technology infrastructure, international shipping and digital connectivity. Any disruption to critical facilities or communications networks could affect businesses, service providers and users who depend on reliable digital systems
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