The Palestinian militant group Hamas has announced the dissolution of its governance structure in the Gaza Strip, which has been in place for nearly 20 years. The group has officially stated that it will transfer administrative authority to the National Committee for Gaza Administration (NCAG), a body composed of experts.
On July 6, local time, Hamas declared that it would disband the emergency committee of the Gaza government and hand over administrative powers to the NCAG. Hamas stated, "Existing civil servants are prepared to continue providing administrative services under the NCAG system."
The NCAG was established as part of a post-conflict administrative framework following a ceasefire plan mediated by U.S. President Donald Trump between Israel and Hamas. Ali Shas, the head of the NCAG, said, "We are ready to assume administrative responsibilities as soon as the necessary resources and conditions are in place."
This move is interpreted as a signal that Hamas is relinquishing its official administrative authority in the Gaza Strip. Hamas has governed the territory since 2007, when it ousted the Fatah faction.
However, it remains unclear whether the actual transfer of power will occur, as Hamas has not agreed to disarm. Trump's peace plan stipulates the disarmament of militant groups in Gaza, including Hamas, as a key condition for the region's demilitarization.
Israel has downplayed Hamas's announcement as a formal gesture. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar stated on X, "As long as Hamas retains its weapons, no civilian government can operate independently of Hamas's directives."
The Peace Committee also acknowledged awareness of Hamas's announcement but emphasized that evaluations would be based on tangible actions rather than promises. They reiterated the principle of "one authority, one law, one weapon."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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