Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body, plans technocratic committee

Hamas announced on Monday that it has dissolved its governing body in the Gaza Strip, ending nearly two decades of direct rule and establishing a technocratic committee to oversee the territory. The decision follows the group’s 2007 takeover of Gaza and its subsequent administration of the enclave’s civil and security affairs.

According to a statement released by the Hamas leadership, the new committee will be composed of experts in administration, finance, and public services, and will operate under the party’s broader political framework. The move is intended to streamline governance and address criticism over bureaucratic inefficiencies, while maintaining Hamas’s political control. The committee’s mandate will cover day‑to‑day management of public utilities, infrastructure, and social services, with oversight from senior Hamas officials.

This shift marks a significant change in Gaza’s political structure, potentially easing internal tensions and improving service delivery. Analysts note that the technocratic model could also be a response to external pressures and a strategy to present a more moderate image to international audiences. The new body will begin operations immediately, with its first appointments expected to be announced within the coming days.