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Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body amid ongoing Israeli attacks

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hamas has dissolved its governing body in the Gaza Strip after nearly 20 years in power, paving the way for a technocratic committee to govern the territory.
  • Despite a ceasefire agreement in October 2025, Israel continues to conduct near-daily attacks on Gaza, resulting in at least 1,144 deaths according to the Gaza Ministry of Health.
  • The article follows the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, with both sides accusing each other of violating the ceasefire.

Hamas has announced the dissolution of its governing body in the Gaza Strip, a move that comes after nearly two decades of Hamas rule. This decision is intended to clear the path for a committee of technocrats to manage Gaza's affairs, as outlined in a peace plan.

However, the situation remains tense as the Israeli army and Hamas continue to accuse each other of violating a ceasefire that was agreed upon in October 2025. Israel carries out attacks on Gaza on an almost daily basis. The Gaza Ministry of Health reports that at least 1,144 people have been killed since the ceasefire began.

The conflict, which has seen Hamas in power for nearly 20 years, continues to be a focal point of regional instability. The ongoing violence and the challenges in implementing a lasting peace agreement highlight the deep-seated issues between the two parties.

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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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