Google plans to sidestep Egypt by running new cable over Israel

The video discusses the current reliance on Egypt for Internet traffic between Europe and India and Google's plan to create a new cable route through Israel and Saudi Arabia. This project is facilitated by recent diplomatic ties between Gulf Arab States and Israel. The video also highlights the high fees associated with the current route and the potential benefits of improved connectivity for Google's global data center expansion.

What challenges do telecom operators face when traversing the land and waters mentioned in the text?

What impact could expanded connectivity between Europe and India have on Google's operations?