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Cloudflare report reveals Internet infrastructure vulnerabilities across Middle East and Africa
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Fusion42 · 4 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
Cloudflare's Q3 2026 Internet Disruptions Report reveals that Middle East and Africa face significant internet connectivity vulnerabilities due to government-directed shutdowns, power failures, and geopolitical conflict, with Iraq responsible for most shutdowns worldwide. The report underscores the critical reliance on stable electricity and infrastructure for maintaining internet services and highlights the impact of political instability and natural disasters on connectivity.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity.
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Your telecom services in Middle East are at risk from frequent government-mandated shutdowns and unstable electricity. Prepare your business for repeated disruptions by investing in backup power and alternate connectivity routes before those outages hit your customers.
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