Palestinian Hamas militants stand at a site as Hamas says it continues to search for the body of the last deceased hostage, in Gaza City December 8, 2025.REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas
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Hamas Ready to Cede Gaza Control to US-Backed Committee for Ceasefire Stability

  • Hamas signals readiness to hand over administrative control of Gaza Strip to a US-backed technocratic committee.
  • The move is seen as crucial for sustaining the ceasefire and preventing a return to conflict, according to Hamas leader Bassem Naim.
  • A 15-member committee, announced by Egypt, will operate under a new "Board of Peace" chaired by US President Donald Trump.
  • Hamas, which has governed Gaza since 2007, intends to limit its role to monitoring and will facilitate a smooth handover.
  • The ceasefire has entered its second phase, focusing on Israeli troop withdrawal, Gaza demilitarization, and humanitarian aid.

Why It Matters: Hamas agrees to transfer Gaza administration to a US-backed committee, aiming to solidify the ceasefire and aid recovery.

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