Internet and telephone connectivity have been restored for many people in Gaza, according to telecoms company Paltel, Internet access group NetBlocks.org, and reports from the ground. The blackout left the population unable to communicate or seek help during the Israeli bombardment. Many residents in the north of the strip were unable to call for ambulances or seek assistance for those trapped under rubble. The blackout also impacted aid groups’ ability to provide medical assistance and coordinate efforts. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have struck over 450 targets in Gaza, including command centers and observation posts. The UN Security Council is planning an emergency meeting on the ground offensive, with countries including the UAE, Russia, and China calling for a ceasefire. Thousands of people have broken into UN warehouses in Gaza, taking essential items due to the ongoing siege and lack of aid. The IDF is urging citizens in Gaza to temporarily move south for their safety, while also vowing to continue “large-scale, significant strikes” to eliminate Hamas militants. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has called for international intervention to stop Israeli aggression in Gaza, stating that the region is facing a “war of genocide.” The Israeli military spokesperson refused to comment on the blackout in Gaza but reiterated their commitment to protecting their forces.
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