Microsoft Azure is experiencing increased latency for traffic in the Middle East, particularly for data originating from or terminating in Asia and Europe, following multiple undersea fiber cuts in the Red Sea. The disruptions were reported earlier today, September 6, 2025.
Engineering teams are actively managing the situation by rerouting traffic and making necessary capacity adjustments. However, the repair process for the damaged undersea cables is expected to take time, with daily updates from Microsoft Azure to keep users informed on the progress.
This incident highlights the vulnerability of global internet infrastructure, as undersea cables are critical for international data transmission. Similar situations have occurred in the past, leading to widespread service disruptions. In the coming days, affected users may experience slower connectivity, impacting various services reliant on Azure.
As previously reported, such disruptions can have significant implications for businesses and individuals relying on cloud services. Microsoft Azure"s prompt response will be crucial in mitigating the impact of these latency issues on its global user base.
