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Fighting again disrupts telecom service across Gaza

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Palestinians look at the destruction after an Israeli strike in Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, Jan 12, 2024. [AP Photo]

Gaza Strip telecom provider Paltel reported Friday that fighting in the enclave had caused all communications services to be cut across the territory.

From its official X social media account, formerly Twitter, Paltel said, "Dear people in our beloved homeland, we regret to announce a complete interruption of all services [cellular, landline and internet] with the Gaza Strip, due to the ongoing aggression."

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