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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Josh Taylor and Jordyn Beazley

Palestinian Australians despair loss of contact with loved ones in Gaza warzone

said the communications blackout would hamperprevent accurate reporting on what is happening on the ground in Gaza
Sydney law student Amal Naser said the communications blackout would hamper accurate reporting on what is happening on the ground in Gaza. Photograph: Blake Sharp-Wiggins/The Guardian

Palestinian Australians say the loss of internet communication in Gaza has left them feeling anxious and powerless as they lose the ability to check on family and friends while Israel steps up its aerial attacks.

The Palestinian telecom provider Paltel said on Friday night there had been a “complete disruption” of the remaining internet, cellular and landline services for the 2.3 million residents in Gaza.

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