Aid group says internet blackout has impeded staff communications

The Palestinian Red Crescent says the communications blackout in the Gaza Strip has not only left them unable to contact their staff, but has also impeded their operations in the region.

“It doesn't only mean that Gaza is isolated from the world but also it means people can't connect to each other. Our emergency line is down so people are literally not able to call an ambulance,” said Nebal Farsakh, a spokesperson for the organisation.

“We are extremely worried because we are completely cut off from our teams.” She added: “That means that our emergency rescue workers are having to just follow the sound of bombardment to search for wounded people instead of arriving at a location that needs help in the fastest way possible.”