Gaza City, June 12 (RHC)-- Internet and communications services have been cut off in the Gaza Strip, according to the Palestinian Telecommunications Regulatory Authority.

The disconnect and the “digital isolation” of the besieged enclave come as a result of a systematic targeting of communications infrastructure, the telecommunications agency said.

“The dangerous escalation against communications infrastructure threatens to cut Gaza off from the outside world.”

"Lifelines to emergency services, humanitarian coordination, and critical information for civilians have all been cut.  There is a full internet blackout, and mobile networks are barely functioning,” deputy U.N. spokesperson Farhan Haq told reporters.

"In a context already limited by physical access restrictions and widespread damage, emergency services are cut off, and civilians cannot access life-saving support," Haq said.

[ SOURCE:  AL JAZEERA and NEWS AGENCIES ]