Internet blackout in Gaza as Israeli forces ‘expanding their activity’

Earlier, the country’s defence minister said Israel expects to launch a long and difficult ground offensive into Gaza soon to destroy Hamas

Explosions caused by Israeli airstrikes in the northern Gaza Strip, Friday, Oct. 27, 2023. Picture: AP Photo/Abed Khaled

Israeli attacks have caused the loss of internet connection in the Gaza strip - as the military has warned ground forces are 'expanding their activity'.

Palestinian telecom provider Paltel said internet service in the Gaza Strip has been cut off by the Israeli bombardment.