Hamas’ Shock U-turn, ‘Dumps’ Gaza Before Freeing Hostages Under Ceasefire With Israel | Report Hamas has reportedly stepped back from governing Gaza following the recent ceasefire with Israel, signalling a major shift in control of the region. AFP reports that the militant group will not participate in post-war governance or transitional administration, effectively relinquishing authority over the Gaza Strip while remaining a core part of the Palestinian fabric. Despite stepping back, Hamas reportedly deployed 7,000 operatives to maintain order in areas vacated by the IDF, conducting a limited show of force to ensure stability and track Israeli collaborators. This marks the first public appearance of its internal security forces since the 2024 truce. On the hostage front, Hamas confirmed

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