Hamas announced Monday that it was dissolving the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a U.S.-backed body intended to oversee civilian affairs post-war.
The dissolution follows Israel’s insistence that Hamas relinquish all governing, military, and security roles in Gaza. Critics argue the move is performative, as Hamas retains its weapons and de facto control over the territory.
Israeli officials have condemned the decision, warning it mirrors Hezbollah’s model in Lebanon, where an armed group maintains military dominance while civilian institutions handle day-to-day governance. Israel reiterated demands for Hamas’ full demilitarization and handover of power.
Regional mediators, including Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, may view the step as progress toward advancing Trump’s Gaza framework, though analysts note it lacks concrete commitments to disarmament. Hamas has not addressed whether it will relinquish its security apparatus or armed groups operating under its umbrella.
Analysts emphasize that genuine progress requires Hamas to surrender not just administrative roles but its military infrastructure. Without this, the transition risks being symbolic rather than substantive.