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Gaza's Connectivity Crisis: Internet Down Amid Ongoing Conflict

9/25/2025

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The Israeli military campaign has severely disrupted internet and mobile connectivity in Gaza.
Residents cannot access bank accounts, job offers, or Skype.
Eiad Hametto, living in Saudi Arabia, lost access to his nearly 20-year email account.
The offensive began after Hamas's Oct. 7 attack that killed about 1,200 people. The Hamas-run health ministry cites over 38,000 fatalities.

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Story summary

The Israeli military campaign has severely disrupted internet and mobile connectivity in Gaza.
Residents cannot access bank accounts, job offers, or Skype.
Eiad Hametto, living in Saudi Arabia, lost access to his nearly 20-year email account.
The offensive began after Hamas's Oct. 7 attack that killed about 1,200 people. The Hamas-run health ministry cites over 38,000 fatalities.