In a major political shift, the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas announced on Monday the official dissolution of the administrative body that has ruled the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades. The decision clears the path for a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule across the war-devastated territory.
Hamas has held strict administrative control of Gaza since seizing power from the rival Fatah faction in 2007. However, following a U.S.-brokered ceasefire in October 2025, the group has signaled an increased willingness to step back from day-to-day governance.
The head of the government’s emergency committee, Mohammed al-Farra, has officially submitted his resignation,He has also decided to dissolve the committee to facilitate the administrative and governmental transition.”
Administrative responsibilities will now be handed over to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG).
Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem emphasized that the dissolution aims to “remove any pretexts for the occupation” and urged a swift transition to ensure the committee’s success. Hamas officials reportedly finalized the decision during recent factional talks in Cairo.
While the dissolution marks a major step forward for Gaza’s post-war political landscape, it highlights the severe gridlock gridlocking the implementation of “Phase Two” of the ceasefire.
The transition remains deadlocked as Israeli forces have expanded their presence to control nearly 70% of the territory. Israel adamantly rejects any future Hamas rule but has also opposed a direct takeover by the Ramallah-based Palestinian Authority.
Meanwhile, Hamas maintains a firm stance: it will not consider handing over its vast arsenal until the new Palestinian-led civilian administration is fully established and operational on the ground.
