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Access Now welcomes the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and urges for a permanent end of hostilities. While the cessation of physical violence is a critical first step, it is far from sufficient. All parties must also commit to a “digital ceasefire” — an immediate stop to online violence, cyberattacks, and deliberate targeting of communication infrastructure which worsen the suffering of civilians.
Israel’s war on Gaza has been defined not only by the devastating physical violence — claiming over 46,000 lives and destroying close to 70% of its infrastructure — but also by the weaponization of technology in unprecedented ways. Internet shutdowns, censorship, disinformation, genocidal rhetoric, and the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) for indiscriminate attacks have transformed the region’s cyberspace into a battlefield. These digital assaults have intensified the humanitarian crisis, silenced critical voices, and created barriers to delivering life-saving aid in Palestine.
Accountability is essential to breaking the cycle of violence. Those responsible for atrocities — whether through physical attacks or digital means — must face justice. The United Nations, civil society, and affected communities must play their part in shaping efforts to ensure accountability, holding states and corporations accountable for their actions, and safeguarding human rights during times of war and peace.
As RightsCon 2025 approaches, Access Now is committed to advancing a comprehensive framework for a “digital ceasefire” that addresses the legal, technical, and humanitarian dimensions of digital harm in conflict zones. This includes collaborating with experts, policymakers, and communities to ensure that digital rights are fully integrated into ceasefire negotiations, peacebuilding processes, and accountability mechanisms.
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