UN hails Gaza governance shift as Hamas dissolves emergency committee

UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric on Monday welcomed Hamas' decision to dissolve its Government of Emergency Committee in Gaza, stating the move could facilitate progress toward a lasting ceasefire and unified Palestinian governance under the Palestinian Authority. "we've taken note of Hamas' announcement concerning the dissolution of the Government of Emergency Committee and the transfer of administrative responsibilities to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza," Dujarric told reporters during a news conference. "We welcome any step that contributes to the implementation of the ceasefire agreement and advances the objectives reflected in relevant Security Council resolutions, including the full implementation of the ceasefire, the protection of civilians, and the unhindered provision of humanitarian aid," he added.

Hamas transfers authority to national body

Gaza's government announced the dissolution of its Emergency Committee early Monday along with the resignation of its acting chairman, citing the transfer of governance to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) as part of a roadmap agreed upon by Palestinian factions. The NCAG describes itself as a non-political body responsible for managing the territory's day-to-day civil affairs, comprising Palestinian national figures who have operated from Cairo since mid-January. The committee has not yet begun carrying out its duties from inside the Gaza Strip, according to statements issued by the transitional authority.

Trump plan implementation falters

The administrative shift comes amid stalled implementation of a 20-point plan announced by US President Donald Trump on September 29 to end the war in Gaza, which entered its first phase on October 10. While the plan includes provisions for hostage release, partial Israeli military withdrawal, and Hamas disarmament, Hamas maintains it has fulfilled its obligations under the initial phase while Israel has failed to implement its commitments. Israel has continued daily attacks against the enclave despite the supposed ceasefire, while restricting the entry of agreed quantities of food, medicines, medical supplies, and temporary shelters.

Humanitarian conditions deteriorate

More than 73,000 Palestinians have been killed and over 173,000 injured in Israel's offensive on Gaza since October 2023, according to health authorities in the besieged territory. Approximately 2.4 million Palestinians, including 1.5 million displaced people, remain trapped in dire humanitarian conditions as Israel blocks adequate aid deliveries. Dujarric stated that the UN continues to support efforts toward unified Palestinian governance under the Palestinian Authority, emphasizing that administrative transitions must advance civilian protection and unhindered humanitarian access.