Gradual return of internet and fixed-line communications services in the Gaza Strip

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority announced the gradual restoration of internet and fixed-line telephone services in Gaza City and the north of the Strip following a recent outage. Services have also resumed in the central and southern Gaza Strip following a disruption that lasted for more than three consecutive days due to extensive damage to infrastructure caused by repeated attacks.

In a statement issued Saturday evening, the Authority commended the tremendous efforts made by the technical teams of telecommunications companies, who, despite security and logistical challenges, were able to repair the faults and restore service to citizens.

She stressed that the ongoing outages have brought telecommunications services in the Gaza Strip to a critical level, directly impacting all vital sectors, most notably health, relief, and education.

She expressed her hope that services would continue without interruption, calling for the provision of protection to technical crews and the creation of the necessary environment for the continuity of service provision, especially in light of the critical humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip.