Microsoft has initiated an urgent investigation into allegations that Israel is utilizing its Azure cloud platform for extensive surveillance operations targeting Palestinians. This probe, prompted by a recent report in The Guardian, follows previous internal scrutiny and employee protests regarding Microsoft's dealings with the Israeli government.
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