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

[Johan Helsingius]

Dear ISOC Palestine,

I agree that the ISOC community should clearly condemn the use of
the internet as a war tool. In this specific case I still have to
ask if we have sufficient evidence that the Internet outages are
a result of deliberate shutdowns rather than collateral damage
from general actions of war.

	Julf


On 19/11/2023 10:11, ISOC Palestine via Chapter-delegates wrote:
> Dear ISOC community,
> 
> 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:
> 
> 1. Destruction of over 70% of communication infrastructure due to 
> bombings by the Airforce and tanks.
> 
> 2. Prevention of the entry of any diesel, leading to no electricity or 
> power sources for essential communication services.
> 
> 3. A political decision from Israeli officials, who control the 
> international gateway of Palestine.
> 
> *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.*
> 
> 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.
> 
> 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.
> 
> *Internet Society *
> 
> *Palestine Chapter*
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
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