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The Taliban government in Afghanistan denied imposing a nationwide internet ban, attributing the disruptions to decaying fiber optic infrastructure being replaced, amid ongoing communication blackouts that have affected banking, commerce, and humanitarian efforts.
A rare 'severe' solar storm warning has been issued due to a coronal mass ejection from the Sun, expected to impact Earth on June 1, potentially causing widespread disruptions to internet, phone signals, power grids, and possibly creating visible auroras in parts of the US. The impact depends on the storm's strength and orientation, with authorities monitoring the situation closely.
The Gaza Strip has experienced multiple communications blackouts since the start of the Israeli military campaign in October, cutting off its 2.2 million residents from internet, cellphone, and landline networks. The blackouts have hindered emergency services, prevented communication with the outside world, and limited access to up-to-date information. Internet connectivity levels in Gaza were already low before the blackouts, with gradual degradation due to factors such as power cuts, airstrikes, and damage to communications infrastructure. While Israel has not officially commented on intentionally cutting off internet access, a senior U.S. official confirmed their responsibility for the blackouts and stated that they had to be turned back on to facilitate humanitarian assistance.