Only clans can govern Gaza after Hamas disarmed, NCAG will fail, MidEast expert says - interview

Hamas announces intent to dissolve Gaza government as disarmament questions remain

Hamas said that it is prepared to dissolve its governing institutions in Gaza and transfer authority to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a key component of the US- and UN-backed ceasefire framework. As negotiations continue, Israeli officials argue that Hamas surrendering administrative control without relinquishing weapons would leave Hamas as the dominant force behind the scenes. The post Hamas announces intent to dissolve Gaza government as disarmament questions remain appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.

Israel says troops will occupy southern Lebanon

Israel says troops will occupy southern Lebanon Israel’s defence minister says Israeli troops have been told to prepare for a prolonged occupation in the so-called security zone the army occupies in southern Lebanon. “The prime minister and I have instructed the [Israeli military] to prepare for an extended stay in the security zone”, Israel Katz said in a video statement. His comments came after Israel and Lebanon agreed to a US-brokered framework that aims to end hostilities and transfer territory to the Lebanese army. But Katz said Israel would not pull back from southern Lebanon unless Hezbollah disarms across the country. He added that “there will be no redeployment by Israel in southern Lebanon, no withdrawal, as long as the terrorist organisation Hezbollah is not disarmed throughout Lebanon”, describing it as “the important principle established in the agreement”.

Nine Months Into the Ceasefire, Gaza Has No Government and No Reconstruction Plan

Nine months after the ceasefire, Gaza has no civilian government, no police force, and no reconstruction program. Israel has barred the NCAG — Gaza's planned post-war administration — from entering the territory, blocking every governance proposal as a sequencing dispute drags on.

Gaza’s Hamas-Led Emergency Committee Officially Disbands

Hamas steps back from governing, but disarmament and Israeli withdrawal remain unresolved obstacles to Gaza’s reconstruction. For two decades, the administrative framework of the Gaza Strip has been inextricably linked to Hamas, a movement that operated as a militant national liberation group and a state authority. RELATED:Hamas Dissolves its Government in Gaza On July 6, []

Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body amid Israel ceasefire, disarmament still a question

Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas announced on Monday the dissolution of the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, clearing the way for a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule. The move marks a significant political shift by Hamas, which has run Gaza since its fighters seized control from rival Palestinian movement Fatah in 2007 after winning legislative elections the previous year. Since a ceasefire took effect in Gaza last October between Hamas and Israel,...

Hamas announces dissolution of Gaza governing body

Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas announced Monday the dissolution of the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, clearing the way for a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule. The move marks a significant political shift by Hamas, which has run Gaza since its fighters seized control from rival Palestinian movement Fatah [] The post Hamas announces dissolution of Gaza governing body appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

Hamas moves to dissolve Gaza governing body while remaining silent on disarmament

Hamas is announcing that it will dissolve Gaza’s governing body to transfer power to a technical committee. The terror group has not mentioned whether it will disarm, but says its latest decision should prove its willingness to commit to the reconstruction of Gaza. It marks a significant political shift in the region, ending two decades of governance by the body.

Netanyahu: No Reconstruction in Gaza Until Hamas Is Eliminated

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that Hamas must be dismantled before any reconstruction can begin in Gaza. He added that Palestinians can just leave. “There will be no reconstruction in Gaza without dismantling and demilitarizing the Strip,” Netanyahu said on Sunday. “Gazans should have freedom of choice: Whoever wants to leave should be able to []

Hamas: Israeli Enemy Establishing Settlement Outposts

Hamas: Israeli Enemy Establishing Settlement Outposts

The October 7 miracle: How Hamas tried and failed to convince Hezbollah to join the deadly invasion

The October 7 miracle: How Hamas tried and failed to convince Hezbollah to join the deadly invasion

Hamas dissolves Gaza government, presses for progress on stalled peace plan

By Nidal al-MughrabiCAIRO, July 6 (Reuters) - Hamas said on Monday it had dissolved its de facto government in Gaza and signalled it was ready to hand over to a group of Palestinian technocrats, as it presses Israel to honour other parts of a stalled U.S.-backed peace plan.The group's promise to end the body overseeing ministries — which has run for more than a decade — was a key part of the plan for a post-war Gaza set out by U.S. President Donald Trump after the start of a fragile ceasefire with Israel in October.

[Photo] Hamas said its Gaza administration is resigning to make way for a technocratic committ [...]

Hamas said its Gaza administration is resigning to make way for a technocratic committee, with ministry staff staying on through a transitional period to keep public services running. This is another trick from the Hamas machine of lying.They will never let go to power. They are playing the West to appear as moderate. Hamas' ultimate goal of destroyign Israel hasn't change not one bit. They only thing that did change - they don't care if they push for Israel's destruction under the 'Hamas' name, or under the 'Board of Peace' initiative. What they care about is one thing - destruction of Israel.

Report: Hamas plans to dissolve its Gaza government to allow in technocratic panel

Hamas is reportedly moving toward dissolving its Gaza governing body to make way for a committee of Palestinian technocrats meant to govern the Strip in the postwar transition from its rule, the Saudi newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat reported Sunday. Two sources in the group told the paper that Hamas's move would be meant to usher in the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), which has not yet entered the Strip amid Hamas's refusal to disarm.

UN-mandated body expects Hamas disarmament as next step — statement

On July 6, Gaza authorities said they had completed preparations to transfer power to the NCAG, composed of independent Palestinian technocrats and supervised by the Board of Peace

Hamas Dissolves Its Government in Gaza — but Are They Just Trying to Outfox Israel?

Hamas Dissolves Its Government in Gaza — but Are They Just Trying to Outfox Israel?

Hamas hands over Gaza governance as Israeli airstrikes kill more Palestinians

Hamas has announced plans to dissolve its civilian governing body in the Gaza Strip after nearly two decades and transfer its responsibilities to a proposed National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, marking a major shift in the enclave’s governance. The group said the new committee would assume responsibility for civilian administration, although it did [] Hamas hands over Gaza governance as Israeli airstrikes kill more Palestinians

Hamas says it will dissolve Gaza government, but Israel warns group still seeks Hezbollah-style control

Critics say Hamas' dissolution of its Gaza governing body is a performative step to preserve armed control while surrendering only civilian burdens.

Hamas ends two decades of civilian governance in Gaza

* A Palestinian technocratic committee will take its place to manage the enclave’s day-to-day governance. The Palestinian group Hamas has announced the dissolution of the body that has governed Gaza for nearly two decades, paving the way for a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule in the war-ravaged, besieged territory. The move on Monday marks [] The post Hamas ends two decades of civilian governance in Gaza appeared first on Muslim News Nigeria.

Hamas Announces Dissolution of Gaza Emergency Government, but Israel Calls It "Meaningless Spin"

Hamas said it is dissolving its emergency committee in Gaza to make way for a technocratic body, but Israeli officials and the Board of Peace say the move changes nothing on the ground.

Iran war live: Khamenei’s body arrives in Qom; Hamas cedes Gaza governance

Hamas dissolves its governing body in Gaza, paving the way for a technocratic committee to take over.

Hamas dissolves civilian governing body in Gaza after 20 years | AJ #shorts

Hamas has announced the dissolution of its civilian governing body in Gaza after nearly 20 years of administration. The decision includes the resignation of key officials and the end of the government emergency committee. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

‘Israel not party to US-Iran talks, will continue full operations in Lebanon,’ Israeli far-right minister says

Israeli troops will not withdraw from Lebanon until Hezbollah is fully dismantled, not just disarmed, Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich says

[Photo] 🇵🇸🇮🇱⚡️ — NEW: Hamas dissolves its de facto Gaza government in a move toward transferr [...]

— NEW: Hamas dissolves its de facto Gaza government in a move toward transferring authority to a US-backed technocrat committee, Reuters reports. Hamas announced the dissolution of its Government Emergency Committee, which has overseen Gaza's ministries for over a decade, as part of the Trump-backed post-conflict governance plan. Despite the dissolution, Hamas confirmed ministries and their staff will remain operational, and the group will retain control of security and policing in areas it still controls. The Trump-appointed Board of Peace acknowledged the move but stated its assessment would be guided by actions, not promises. The US-backed National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, led by Ali Shaath, said its 15-member body is ready to assume responsibility once necessary resources and enabling conditions are in place.@IntelSlava

People in India understand lasting peace comes by eliminating terror groups: Israel's Deputy FM on Hezbollah's disarmament

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 1 (ANI): Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel on Wednesday said lasting peace and stability in Lebanon under the recently announced trilateral framework can only be achieved by eliminating 'terrorist groups', referring to Hezbollah, asserting that 'people in India understand' this reality in reference to New Delhi's own fight against cross-border terrorism. Speaking to ANI on t

Israel to remain in S. Lebanon ´security zone´ despite partial withdrawal deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a recorded video statement Friday evening that the Israeli military will remain in the security zone it holds in southern Lebanon as long as Hezbollah does not disarm, reported Xinhua. The remarks came shortly after Israel, Lebanon, and the United States signed a framework agreement in Washington, announced by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Netanyahu described the agreement as a major achievement for Israel, signed after lengthy negotiations in Washington between Israel and Lebanon. He framed the agreement as a major blow to Iran, which he said had been trying to force an Israeli withdrawal. Israel's state-owned Kan TV News reported that the agreement includes the withdrawal of Israeli forces from two areas in southern Lebanon as part of a pilot program. The two areas are located on both sides of the Litani River, it reported, adding that Lebanese army forces, accompanied by U.S. forces, will move into those areas following the Israeli pullout, Kan said. The parties also agreed on how to address Hezbollah's tunnels in southern Lebanon, deal with the group's growing strength, and conduct negotiations over the land border between Israel and Lebanon, according to the report.

Hamas dismantles government to allow Board of Peace-approved panel to take over

Hamas will dissolve its own authority in Gaza to make way for a new governing panel established by the Board of Peace, according to multiple reports. Anonymous officials from the Gaza-based terrorist group announced the dissolution to AFP on Monday after preliminary reports swirled late Sunday evening. The officials confirmed that the National Committee for []

The Hizballah Predicament: Why An Integrated Approach Is Necessary

What can leaders do about a transnational organization that is a militia, a political party, a social services network, and a smuggling operation at the same time — and one that has resisted various dialogues and survived repeated attacks?American, Lebanese, and other leaders should recognize Hizballah’s hybrid, transnational nature and grapple with the unique challenges the organization creates. Otherwise, they will fail to resolve the Hizballah predicament while creating conditions for ineffective agreements, new wars, and squandered opportunities in the Levant.Meeting openly for the first time in decades, Lebanese and Israeli representatives have negotiated on security and political tracks while The post The Hizballah Predicament: Why An Integrated Approach Is Necessary appeared first on War on the Rocks.

Katz: “Israeli forces to remain in Lebanon’s south”

QUDS, June 29 (YPA) – The Israeli occupation’s Defense Minister Yisrael Katz said his forces would not withdraw from positions in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed, adding that Israel’s military presence in the area will remain long-term. In a news statement, Katz said Israeli occupation withdrawal would be limited to two designated “test areas” []

Hamas bubarkan badan pentadbiran Gaza

GAZA: Pergerakan Islam Palestin, Hamas pada Isnin mengumumkan pembubaran badan yang mentadbir Semenanjung Gaza selama hampir dua dekad, sekali gus membuka laluan kepada sebuah jawatankuasa teknokrat untuk mengambil alih pentadbiran awam. Langkah itu menandakan perubahan politik yang besar bagi Hamas, yang mentadbir Gaza sejak pejuangnya mengambil alih wilayah itu daripada pergerakan Fatah pada 2007 selepas ... Read more The post Hamas bubarkan badan pentadbiran Gaza appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Hamas disbanded its government in Gaza, but Israel will still prevent reconstruction from starting

Hamas dissolved its government in Gaza to remove Israel’s pretexts for delaying reconstruction and withdrawal. But Israel is now doubling down on a demand for full disarmament as a precondition, a condition designed to be impossible to meet.

WATCH: Netanyahu visits front lines in southern Lebanon

Netanyahu visited IDF troops in southern Lebanon's security zone, declaring that Israel will not withdraw until Hezbollah is disarmed. The post WATCH: Netanyahu visits front lines in southern Lebanon appeared first on World Israel News.

A step toward peace: Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body

ALBAWABA - In a way to pave the road for peace as planned between Hamas, the United States and Israel, the Palestinian group decided to dissolve the governing body in the Gaza Strip...

Netanyahu: Gaza no longer poses military threat, Hamas rule yet to be dismantled

Israel is stronger than ever, the premier told Channel 14.

Israel: No Lebanon withdrawal until Hezbollah disarms

Israel announced on Thursday that it will only withdraw its forces from southern Lebanon after Hezbollah is completely disarmed and demilitarized. Government spokesman David Mencer emphasized that the Israel Defense Forces will not redeploy until the Iranian-backed group no longer poses a threat to Israel’s northern border, referencing a failed 2024 disarmament agreement as a [] The post Israel: No Lebanon withdrawal until Hezbollah disarms appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

My Word: Mending fences in good faith - opinion

True peace won’t be achieved without disarming and dismantling Hamas, Hezbollah, and, above all, their sponsor, Iran.

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JUST IN: Hezbollah Chief Naim Qassem rejects Israel-Lebanon framework agreement, calling it null and void.@BRICSNews

Hamas Says It Will Give Up Gaza Government But Keep Its Guns

Hamas said Monday it dissolved its de facto government in Gaza and is ready to transfer civilian control of the territory to a U.N.-backed committee of Palestinian technocrats, a move tied to the ceasefire plan brokered by the Trump administration. The announcement marks a potential shift in who handles Gaza’s government services, but it does ...

Netanyahu: 'No restrictions' on Israel military acting to thwart Hezbollah threat

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said its military has “no restrictions” regarding its efforts to target Hezbollah in Lebanon. Israel's continued operations against the militant group have strained the U.S.-Iran ceasefire reached last week. “The directive from me and the Defence Minister to the IDF [Israeli Defense Forces] is clear and has not changed:...