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In Chaotic Gaza, the Internet Is a Target


[Bloomberg/Chicago Daily Herald] Soon after a firebomb exploded at 3 a.m. and destroyed four computers in the Al-Shawa Online Internet Cafe in Gaza, owner Alaa al-Shawa clicked onto his e-mail at an undamaged machine. The first message was from the bombers, explaining that establishments such as his were keeping Muslims away from prayer and providing pornography. That's why it was hit. "This just shows how confused these fanatics are," said Al-Shawa, 27. "Even they use the Internet to circulate their statements." About 45 Internet outlets have been bombed since Dec. 1, according to Gaza police.
2007-03-09 01:00:00
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