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Microsoft Accused by BBC of Shutting Down U.S.-Based Palestinian Skype Accounts

Jul 11, 2024, 01:49 PM

Microsoft has been accused of shutting down the online accounts of Palestinians living in the U.S. who have been using Skype to call relatives in Gaza. A BBC News investigation revealed that at least 20 Palestinians living abroad have reported being locked out of their Microsoft accounts, with no way to retrieve their emails. This move has significantly impacted their online lives, as they rely on these accounts for voice and video chat and other essential services. Microsoft, which owns Skype, has faced criticism for this action. The company's stock symbol is $MSFT.