Monthly Update on Telecommunications Support in Gaza Amid Ongoing Crisis
oPt: Palestine - Conflict LTC Situation Report (Telecoms Area) #69 (Reporting Period: May 2026)

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The Logistics and Telecommunications Cluster (LTC), led by the World Food Programme (WFP), continues to enhance telecommunications in Gaza to support humanitarian efforts. Key actions include securing vital communications, establishing a two-year agreement for satellite tracking, and addressing equipment import processes with authorities.
- 01The LTC, activated on 31 October 2023, focuses on sustaining critical communications in Gaza's challenging environment.
- 02The LTC is advocating for the entry of essential resources such as fuel and spare parts to maintain network functionality.
- 03On 06 May, LTC Telecoms discussed ICT equipment import status with the Humanitarian Military Interaction Access Unit.
- 04A Long-Term Agreement was established with Track24 for satellite tracking, effective from 07 May 2026 to 06 May 2028.
- 05The LTC's efforts are crucial for ensuring secure connectivity for humanitarian operations in the region.
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The Logistics and Telecommunications Cluster (LTC), under the leadership of the World Food Programme (WFP), has been actively engaged in enhancing telecommunications in Gaza since its activation as the Emergency Telecommunications Cluster (ETC) on 31 October 2023. This monthly Situation Report outlines the ongoing efforts to sustain critical communications necessary for humanitarian operations in a challenging environment. The LTC is focused on expanding secure connectivity, ensuring power and network functionality, and advocating for the entry of essential resources such as fuel, spare parts, and technical equipment. Notably, on 06 May, LTC Telecoms engaged with the Humanitarian Military Interaction Access Unit (HMI) to review the import status of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment and the recent changes in approval processes mandated by the authorities. Additionally, the LTC established a two-year Long-Term Agreement (LTA) with Track24, effective from 07 May 2026 to 06 May 2028, aimed at supporting satellite-based tracking of personnel and vehicles, which has been shared with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) for further dissemination.
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The LTC's efforts are vital for maintaining communication infrastructure in Gaza, which is essential for coordinating humanitarian aid.
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