UK Proposes Crisis Powers Over Cable Operators and Up to 14 Years for SabotageSecurity analysts say Washington should update its 1888 undersea cable law after London proposed letting ministers direct cable operators in a crisis and imposing prison terms of up to 14 years for sabotage - though some doubt tougher penalties would deter Russia or China.
At an international level, there are few legaö punishments that are effective.
Oh, the operators conducting the op face 14 years in prison for sabotage?
No problem, simply explain to them that if they are caught, their family will be taken care of, and they will recieve full backpay for their time in prison when released, just as long as they keep quiet about the op.
There would be plenty of volunteers for that job.