The IDF has been hard-pressed to update Israelis about the ongoing rocket attacks with over 450 falling in 24 hours so it was disturbing when Twitter would not allow the rocket count to be updated.
We’d like to update you on the constant rocket fire from Gaza, but Twitter prevents us from repeating messages… pic.twitter.com/pj7hgmeBVN
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) May 5, 2019
Though the impediment was unintentional, the internet is an essential aspect of Israeli life under fire as apps warn Israelis of incoming missiles and the IDF updates Israeli citizens.
Source: Israel in the News
