[Chapter-delegates] Fwd: Internet Shutdown in Gaza : Request for ISOC's Position

[George Sadowsky]

It borders on criminal if ISOC does not forcefully denounce this Internet denial of service.

George

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> From: ISOC Palestine via Chapter-delegates <chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org>
> Subject: [Chapter-delegates] Internet Shutdown in Gaza : Request for ISOC's Position
> Date: November 19, 2023 at 4:11:12 AM EST
> To: "chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org" <chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org>
> Reply-To: ISOC Palestine <zqasrawi at yahoo.com>
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> Dear ISOC community,
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> This past weekend, the internet in Gaza was completely disconnected, impacting all communication services for two days. This disconnection has serious implications for basic human rights, safety, and the livelihoods of Gaza residents. This marks the fourth internet shutdown in the last 40 days, attributed to three main reasons:
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> 1. Destruction of over 70% of communication infrastructure due to bombings by the Airforce and tanks.
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> 2. Prevention of the entry of any diesel, leading to no electricity or power sources for essential communication services.
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> 3. A political decision from Israeli officials, who control the international gateway of Palestine.
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> In the last 40 days, the ISOC community's position does not meet what is expected regarding this intentional shutdown, which violates the ISOC objectives and vision. We urge the ISOC community to clearly condemn the use of the internet as a war tool.
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> On the other side, we are surprised to observe that some ISOC members and chapters support this internet shutdown and promote it on their official websites.
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> Please note that we do not want to discuss the political issues behind this conflict, which started 75 years ago, as this is not a political platform.
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> Internet Society
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> Palestine Chapter
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