However, Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi expressed firm opposition to the idea, saying that it could be used by Hamas, the militant group that effectively controls the Gaza Strip. The Prime Minister showed Musk the horrors of the massacre at the kibbutz on Saturday October 7th. This includes the Gaza Strip,' indicating his intention to allow Starlink to operate in the Gaza Strip, subject to Israeli approval. On July 24, 2024, Musk reported that 'Starlink is currently operating in a hospital in the Gaza Strip with the support of the UAE and Israeli governments.' Starlink is now active in a Gaza hospital with the support of @UAEmediaoffice and @Israel — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 23, 2024'We would like to thank Mr Musk for his support in supporting our field hospital,' said UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan .

Source: Washington Post July 25, 2024 08:45 UTC