The “Cloud” is still physical. From a business continuity and architecture standpoint, this is a stark reminder of why relying on a single data centre - or even a single infrastructure provider - is not a robust plan for high availability. Physical and geopolitical risks are real.
Building true multi-region, multi-provider platforms is an absolute necessity for critical systems.
But at the end of the day, servers can be replaced and infrastructure can be rebuilt; human lives cannot.
My thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to everyone in the region impacted by this ongoing conflict, as well as the families of those who are suffering. Hoping for a swift return to peace and safety for all.