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Hamas Says It's Ready to Hand Over Gaza Government
Newser • • world
Key Points:
- Hamas announced it will dissolve its Gaza government and transfer administrative duties to the US-backed National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), part of a stalled ceasefire plan.
- Despite ceding administrative control, Hamas will retain control over security and arms, refusing to disarm as demanded by ceasefire overseers.
- The NCAG remains unable to enter Gaza due to Israeli control over the borders, limiting its practical authority despite the announcement.
- Analysts view Hamas' move as a tactical effort to pressure Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and appeal directly to the US and regional mediators.
- Hamas urged all parties to expedite the NCAG's entry into Gaza to assume its administrative responsibilities, but ultimate control remains with Israel.
