When you cut and misuse part of a sentence as you've done here, I don't have to point out your mischief. however use this as a learning moment
If the text was once there but is now missing or illegible, it is a
lacuna. (not this one...wait)
If a word or phrase was left out unintentionally, it is an
omission or
elision. (does not apply, as yours is intentional)
If a word or passage has been intentionally removed, it is a
redaction. (you did this but half cleverly)
I thought there was no communication links available - were phones working?