Why it matters:
Al-Hindi’s remarks show a potential turning point in Gaza’s political future, with resistance groups willing to relinquish control, but only under Palestinian-led structures.
The big picture:
- Talks in Cairo involved eight Palestinian groups, including Fatah and Hamas, aiming to shape Gaza’s post-war governance and its connection to the West Bank.
- Decisions on Gaza’s future must reflect a broad Palestinian consensus, not be dictated by external powers.
- Israel is violating ceasefire terms, manipulating humanitarian aid, and obstructing the formation of a technocratic committee.
- The proposed committee would oversee internal security, reconstruction, and administration, drawing legitimacy from existing Palestinian institutions.
What he’s saying:
Mohamed al-Hindi:
“We reject any form of foreign guardianship. Call it a technocratic authority or peace administration, if it’s foreign control, it’s still guardianship.”
“Israel has not honored its commitments. The mediators must take responsibility.”
“Any formula for Gaza must reconnect Gaza with the West Bank and with the broader Palestinian cause, because we are one people everywhere we exist.”
“We support a Security Council–mandated force with clear, limited tasks, not one imposed unilaterally.”
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