Hamas dissolved its de facto government in Gaza on Monday, July 6, 2026, signaling readiness to hand over authority to a group of Palestinian technocrats while pressing Israel to honor other parts of a stalled U.
S. -backed peace plan.
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The policy shift alters the administrative landscape of the enclave after more than a decade of governance by the militant group.
Under the arrangement, ministries and existing staff will remain in place, though Hamas will retain control over security and policing in its designated zones.
The diplomatic move drew an immediate reaction from international monitors tracking the post-war transition framework.
"Ultimately, our assessment will be guided by actions, not promises, to meet the critical needs of the people of Gaza," said the Trump-appointed Board of Peace.
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The administrative transition process was formalised during an official announcement by authorities in Gaza City.
"A demonstration of the seriousness of these measures, in implementation of the agreed arrangements, and to facilitate the administrative transition process," said Ismail Al-Thawabta, director of the Hamas government media office.
The incoming administration indicated its operational readiness but highlighted the severe institutional requirements needed to govern the territory effectively.
"The fundamental requirements for the commission's success are the existence of one authority and one law under a clear reference framework, and one weapon subject to that authority," wrote Ali Shaath, head of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza.
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The administrative change occurs as local health officials reported that five people were killed in new Israeli airstrikes on Monday, including a couple in Gaza City and three individuals in Khan Younis.
