Internet Access Shouldn't Be a Bargaining Chip In Geopolitical Battles

We at EFF are horrified by the events transpiring in the Middle East: Hamas’ deadly attack on southern Israel last weekend and Israel’s ongoing retributive military attack and siege on Gaza. While we are not experts in military strategy or international diplomacy, we do have expertise with how human rights and civil liberties should be protected on the internet—even in times of conflict and war. 

That is why we are deeply concerned that a key part of Israel’s response has …