The Gaza Strip, which is controlled Hamas, has been without internet and telephone communication amid escalating airstrikes and a ground campaign by the Israeli military. This has left civilians unable to call for help and aid organizations unable to communicate.

Musk said his company would give access to "internationally recognized" aid organizations, though it is unclear how quickly they would be able to connect to the technology as it requires special equipment.

However, Musk's commitment came in response to criticism of Israel's decision to cut communication from Rep. Alexandria Ocacio-Cortez (D-N.Y.).