Since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas conflict in October, communication for those in Gaza has been largely disrupted, greatly affecting families separated by borders. Farid Sami Alzaro, residing in Cairo, has faced uncertainty and anxiety regarding his extended family in Gaza, experiencing long periods of silence due to blackouts. Reports indicate that ongoing Israeli actions have damaged communication infrastructure, further complicating contact. Alzaro sought assistance in obtaining eSIM cards to establish a connection but faced challenges, highlighting the vulnerabilities of families striving to stay connected amidst the chaos of war.
Alzaro expressed frustration over the interruptions in communication, stating, 'I lost all hope again' during moments of silence from his family amid the war.
The inability to reach his family left Alzaro anxious, as he said, 'I did not know whether they were alive, had food or water...'
Alzaro reached out to journalist Mirna El Helbawi who was helping distribute eSIMs, stating the urgency of needing to maintain contact with his family.
NetBlocks data revealed that communication interruptions in Gaza worsened over time since the conflict began, adding to people like Alzaro's despair.
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