Gaza City, 07 July (H.S.): Palestinian Islamist group Hamas has announced the dissolution of its administrative committee, which had overseen governance in the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades. The move clears the way for the transfer of administrative responsibilities to a newly established technocratic body, the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG).
Hamas took control of Gaza in 2007 after defeating its rival faction Fatah, following its victory in the 2006 Palestinian legislative elections. Since then, the group has been responsible for governing the enclave.
Following the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that came into effect in October 2025, Hamas had repeatedly indicated its willingness to step back from day-to-day civilian administration. However, the issue of disarmament has continued to remain the principal obstacle in broader political negotiations.
Ismail Al-Thawabta, head of Hamas' Government Media Office, confirmed that Mohammad Al-Farra, chairman of the emergency governmental committee, had formally resigned and that the committee had been dissolved to facilitate the transfer of administrative authority to the NCAG.
The NCAG was established following the October 2025 ceasefire agreement and is currently operating from Cairo, Egypt. The committee has stated that it is prepared to assume responsibility for governing Gaza once the necessary logistical arrangements and resources are in place.
NCAG Chairman Ali Shaath said the committee stands ready to fulfil its national responsibilities as soon as the required facilities become available. He stressed that Gaza should be governed under "one administration, one law, and one armed force."
The International Board of Peace, established to oversee the ceasefire process, welcomed Hamas' decision. The board said all weapons in Gaza should come under the authority of the NCAG, describing the move as consistent with the broader peace framework and the objectives outlined in United Nations Security Council Resolution 2802.
