20 May 2021; MEMO: An Israeli air strike damaged the main fibre optic cable in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday. The cable connects the southern cities of the territory with the central zone, where telephone and internet connections were affected.
According to the Palestinian Telecommunication Company (Paltel), the damage can be repaired "very soon". However, if the infrastructure is damaged even further, there will be a major problem.
Electricity, water, sewage and telecommunication networks and facilities have been damaged in several areas across the Gaza Strip since the start of the latest Israeli military offensive on 10 May. Dozens of residential and commercial buildings, including high-rise blocks, have been were completely or partially destroyed, as well as public facilities.
