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News in English (USA) / 07.03.2026 / 01:00

Iranian Drone Strikes Target Amazon Data Centers, Disrupting Cloud Services in the Gulf

Recent drone strikes attributed to Iranian forces have targeted Amazon Web Services data centers in the UAE and Bahrain, causing significant damage and service disruptions. This attack highlights the increasing vulnerability of commercial data centers amidst modern warfare, as tech companies scramble to respond to escalating tensions in the region. In response to the strikes, Amazon has closed warehouses and suspended deliveries in Abu Dhabi while advising customers to consider relocating critical workloads. The situation underscores the importance of cloud resilience and disaster recovery planning, revealing how data centers have become strategic targets in the ongoing conflict. With military applications of AI on the rise, the implications for the tech industry are profound, as it grapples with the intersection of technology and warfare.
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