[Chapter-delegates] Internet Shutdown in Gaza

Wed Nov 8 04:21:28 PST 2023

Hi,

On Wed, 8 Nov 2023 at 13:37, Hank Nussbacher via Chapter-delegates <
chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org> wrote:

> I am responding here as myself and not representing any organization.
>

me too

If Israel had the ability or even the capability to hit a button to turn
> off the Internet, they would not.    And the connectivity numbers over
> the past month prove that.
>

And even if they could, I do not believe one country should have the
ability to shut down their neighbours internet.
It is best to get more than one upstream.

I believe "Internet Shutdowns" are by definition only applicable when done
by their own government - and I hope the IETF will define it as such in
their meeting today

In this case I believe you are (falsely) accusing another government - in a
bitter war with you - of shutting down your Internet.  I believe this is
highly political but technically incorrect. I believe it is recognised as
best practice to run any network with multiple / redundant upstream
providers.

Hope this helps,

Alan

> Hi everybody,
> >
> > Last year the whole  technical and internet  community managed the
> > internet infrastructure in Ukraine and Russia despite the  Ukraine
> > requests to delete all .rs domains and allocated IP numbers from RIPE
> > to thiis domain to stay without any changes. ISOC, RIPE,ICANN and
> > other organisation that have been asked to delete/remove the IP
> > numbers and .rs domains refused to do so and the technical
> > infrastructure stayed as it was. A letter that asked to protect the
> > current technical infrastructure  based on the requests from all
> > worldwide  organizations was sent by the ISOC president to the USA
> > president, Joe Biden.
> > The internet infrastructure is a technical infrastructure and should
> > stay working even in a war situation and should not be a subject of
> > any politics as "internet is for everyone". So, everything should be
> > done for recovering the internet in Gaza. Access to internet is
> > classified in UN as a human right.   The world should be informed what
> > is happening in Gaza.
> >
> > For ISOC Slovenia
> >
> > Borka Jerman Blažič
> >
> >
> > Zaher Qassrawi via Chapter-delegates je 8. 11. 2023 ob 10:38 napisal:
> >>
> >> *Internet Shutdown in Gaza*
> >>
> >> **
> >>
> >> Internet Society – Palestine Chapter would like to draw your
> >> attention to the ongoing internet shutdown in Gaza, regularly imposed
> >> by the Israeli government, and the profound effects it is having on
> >> the lives of the people in the region. It is time to highlight what
> >> the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, stated in
> >> March 2023: that it is essential to reinforce universal access to the
> >> internet as a human right, and not just a privilege.
> >>
> >> This internet shutdown has serious implications for basic human
> >> rights, safety, and the livelihoods of the residents of Gaza. The
> >> decision to shut down the internet in Gaza has created a significant
> >> disruption in the daily lives of the people living there. The
> >> internet is an essential tool for communication, especially in these
> >> challenging times, and for accessing vital information. With its
> >> sudden absence, many aspects of daily life have been severely
> >> impacted during times of conflict:
> >>
> >> 1. *Healthcare*: In times of crisis, being online is of paramount
> >> importance as it serves as a lifeline connecting individuals to
> >> essential services like healthcare and emergency response teams.
> >> Access to the internet enables people to quickly reach out to medical
> >> professionals for vital health advice, especially when seconds can
> >> make a difference in emergencies. Additionally, being online allows
> >> individuals to report their location, enabling ambulances and first
> >> responders to reach them swiftly, potentially saving lives. In
> >> situations where every moment counts, the internet serves as a
> >> crucial tool to bridge the gap between those in distress and the
> >> assistance they urgently require. The internet shutdown has hindered
> >> access to medical advice and healthcare information, potentially
> >> putting lives at risk. Dr. Duaa Abu Shakra was a real-life example of
> >> such a need when she sent a message from the ruins of her destroyed
> >> house for help. This message allowed first responders to reach her
> >> and save her life along with her family.
> >>
> >> 2. *Communication*: The ability to communicate with loved ones,
> >> access critical information, and maintain contact with the outside
> >> world is now severely limited. Families are struggling to connect
> >> with each other, and many are left in the dark about the safety and
> >> well-being of their relatives in other parts of the world.
> >>
> >> 3. *Information Flow*: Access to accurate and timely information is
> >> crucial, particularly in times of crisis. The internet shutdown
> >> limits the ability of the people in Gaza to stay informed about the
> >> evolving situation, which can have serious implications for their
> >> safety and well-being. This raises concerns about the Israeli
> >> government's willingness to conceal what happened in Gaza without any
> >> witnesses.
> >>
> >> We call upon the international community to urge the Israeli
> >> government to reconsider the internet shutdown in Gaza and to find
> >> alternative means to address their concerns while ensuring that the
> >> basic human rights and needs of the people in the region are met. It
> >> is essential to remember that a thriving and connected community is
> >> more likely to contribute to peace and stability in the region.
> >>
> >> We urge the international community to closely monitor the situation
> >> and work towards a resolution that respects the rights and well-being
> >> of all individuals affected by this internet shutdown.
> >>
> >> *Internet Society*
> >>
> >> *Palestine Chapter*
> >>
> >> https://isoc.ps/?p=582
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
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