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Israel to Build 254 km Fibre-Optic Cable Linking Mediterranean and Red Sea

Israel will build a 254 km fibre-optic cable between the Mediterranean and Red Sea, creating a continuous link between Europe, the Gulf countries, and Asia.

18 June 2023 · 22:37 UTC

The state-owned energy group EAPC will build the cable along the route of an oil pipeline it operates.

Any telecom company licensed in Israel will have access to the cable, which will be connected to subsea cables coming from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.