Hamas
Coverage of Hamas in the Nexus archive.
- Israeli jails a ‘graveyard,’ says freed Palestinian journalist
A Palestinian journalist, Mujahed Bani Mufleh, claims Israeli jails are a 'graveyard' after being jailed without charges. Israel denies claims that a detained Gaza hospital chief and Hamas officer are in life-threatening condition.
- Trump's Board of Peace planning pilot humanitarian zone in Gaza, official says
Donald Trump’s Board of Peace is planning a pilot humanitarian zone in Gaza to address humanitarian needs, according to a board official. The initiative aims to support Gazans willing to relocate to secure areas regardless of a potential deal with Hamas on the peace plan's second phase.
- US urges donors to abandon UNRWA funding as UN defends agency's mission
The United States urged donors to cease funding UNRWA, accusing it of Hamas infiltration and promoting the Board of Peace as an alternative. The UN defended UNRWA's mandate, emphasizing its role in Gaza's humanitarian efforts despite allegations of infiltration.
- New AP-NORC poll reveals sharp divides among US Jews over Israel and Gaza
A new AP-NORC poll highlights significant divides among U.S. Jews over Israel and Gaza, with religious Jews more supportive of Israel’s actions compared to secular Jews. About 70% of Jewish adults identify religiously, while 30% identify culturally or ethnically, with the latter group more critical of Israel’s military operations and less emotionally attached to the country.
- New AP-NORC poll reveals sharp divides among US Jews over Israel and Gaza
A new AP-NORC poll highlights sharp divides among U.S. Jews over Israel's actions in Gaza, with religious Jews more likely to support Israel than secular Jews. About 70% of Jewish adults identify as religiously affiliated, while 30% are secular or unaffiliated, with the latter group more critical of Israel's military operations. The survey also notes that 40% of secular Jews believe Israel committed genocide in Gaza, compared to 25% of religious Jews who see its operations as justified.
- Hamas’s move
Hamas announced it would hand over governance of Gaza to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, a body established under Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, to shift responsibility for peace negotiations to the US and Israel. Israel dismissed the move as a 'trick' and may resume attacks, citing Hamas’s refusal to surrender arms. Over 1,000 people have been killed in Gaza since a 2025 ceasefire, with Israel accused of genocide and occupying 70% of the territory.
- Hamas withdrawal from Gaza governance a bid to unblock 'deadlocked' peace plan
Hamas announced it will hand over control of Gaza to a committee of Palestinian technocrats to advance a peace plan backed by US President Donald Trump and reduce Israel's influence, according to expert Jean-Paul Chagnollaud.
- Likud minister calls Turkey’s Erdogan a ‘grotesque hybrid of Hitler and Sinwar’
An Israeli Likud minister, Chikli, accused Turkish President Erdogan of being a 'grotesque hybrid of Hitler and Sinwar,' calling him a 'pathetic blood-soaked zero' and a 'patron of Hamas and ISIS.' The remarks come amid escalating Israeli rhetoric against Ankara.
- Israeli strikes kill two Palestinians in Gaza, wound seven including two children
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed two Palestinians and wounded seven, including two children, in Mawasi and near a displaced families' tent encampment. The strikes occurred since a US-mediated ceasefire with Hamas took effect eight months ago, resulting in over 1,070 Palestinian and four Israeli soldier deaths.
- What is the new Gaza administration as Hamas dissolves government?
The new Gaza administration, NCAG, will manage civilian affairs including health and education, as well as security, following Hamas's dissolution of the government.
- Belgium considers becoming latest EU country to recognise Palestinian statehood
Belgium may recognize Palestinian statehood following Hamas's agreement to relinquish control of Gaza, a key condition set by Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot. The move aligns with recent recognitions by Spain, Ireland, Norway, the UK, Canada, Australia, France, and Portugal.
- US support for Israel slips as Democrats grow more critical, AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll shows declining U.S. support for Israel, with rising criticism from Democrats and generational divides over Israel’s actions in Gaza. About one-third of U.S. adults, including nearly half of Democrats, believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians, while opinions on the justification for Israel’s military operations are split.
- US support for Israel slips as Democrats grow more critical, AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll shows declining U.S. support for Israel, with rising opposition from Democrats and divisions among Republicans. About one-third of U.S. adults, including nearly half of Democrats, believe Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, while public opinion has shifted toward Palestinians since the 2023 Hamas attack. The findings highlight growing partisan and generational divides over Israel’s military actions in Gaza.
- US support for Israel slips as Democrats grow more critical, AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll shows declining U.S. support for Israel, with rising Democratic criticism and Republican divisions. About one-third of U.S. adults, including half of Democrats, believe Israel committed genocide in Gaza, while opinions on its military actions are split.
- US support for Israel slips as Democrats grow more critical, AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll shows declining U.S. support for Israel, with rising criticism from Democrats and divisions among Republicans. About one-third of U.S. adults, including roughly half of Democrats, believe Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, while public opinion on Israel's military actions has shifted significantly since the 2023 Hamas attack.
- Morning update
An attack on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman has heightened tensions, with US officials blaming Iran and Iran stating the vessel ignored warnings. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun plans to meet US President Donald Trump to discuss an agreement with Israel, while Iran's Parliament Speaker vowed to punish 'arrogant powers' following the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Hamas announced the dissolution of its governing body in Gaza, shifting toward civilian rule.
- Hamas dissolves its governing bodies in Gaza as stalemate with Israel continues
Hamas dissolves its governing bodies in Gaza as stalemate with Israel continues. Ismaïl al-Thawabta, director general of the press office of the Hamas-led government, held a press conference at Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip.
- Hamas dissolves civilian governing body in Gaza after 20 years
Hamas has dissolved its civilian governing body in Gaza after nearly 20 years of administration.
- Leftist MEP Rima Hassan says her terrorism trial is about silencing pro-Palestinian voices
French Member of the European Parliament Rima Hassan faces trial for sharing a quote attributed to Kōzō Okamoto, a militant linked to a 1972 Israeli airport attack, which prosecutors allege constitutes an apology for terrorism. Hassan argues the case is politically motivated and aims to silence pro-Palestinian voices, emphasizing her advocacy for Palestinian rights and resistance philosophy.
- News Wrap: Funeral held for Iran's late Supreme Leader
Hundreds of thousands attended a funeral procession for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hamas dissolved its government in Gaza, over 500 people died in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ebola outbreak, and Cuba experienced a blackout amid an energy crisis.
- Iran war live: Khamenei’s body arrives in Qom; Hamas cedes Gaza governance
Hamas has dissolved its governing body in Gaza, allowing a technocratic committee to assume control. Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei's body has arrived in Qom.
- Watch: Hamas announces dissolution of Gaza government after nearly two decades
Hamas announced the dissolution of the Gaza Strip's governing body after nearly two decades, paving the way for a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule. This marks a significant political shift by Hamas, which has governed Gaza since 2007.
- Israeli parliament backs first step towards October 7 inquiry
Israel's parliament approved the first reading of a bill to establish a commission of inquiry into security failings related to Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack. Opposition lawmakers boycotted the vote, claiming the proposed commission would lack independence.
- Belgium eyes Palestinian recognition after Hamas steps back from Gaza governance
Belgium is considering recognizing Palestinian statehood after Hamas announced it would dissolve its governing body in Gaza. The move aligns with growing European support for Palestinian recognition amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict and related tensions with European nations.
- UN welcomes Hamas dissolution of Gaza governing body
The United Nations has acknowledged Hamas's dissolution of the governing body in Gaza. The UN expressed support for steps advancing the ceasefire agreement and unified Palestinian governance under the Palestinian Authority.
- Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee
Hamas has dissolved its Gaza government and announced plans to transfer power to a UN-backed technical committee as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal. The move faces skepticism from Israeli officials, who question Hamas's commitment to disarmament, while the UN-backed committee emphasizes the need for unified security control and governance in Gaza.
- Hamas decision to dissolve Gaza government is a nod to Trump, expert says
Hamas has dissolved its Gaza government, signaling cooperation with US President Donald Trump's peace plan. The move aims to transition governance to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), part of a 2025 US-brokered ceasefire deal. Israel continues attacks on Gaza, complicating the transition.
- Iranian parliament speaker says ceasefire agreement is 'difficult, but achievable'
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that implementing a ceasefire agreement with the US is 'difficult, but achievable.' He met with Hamas political bureau head Muhammad Ismail Darwish in Tehran and reaffirmed Iran's refusal to recognize Israel or have peace with the US, while emphasizing continued support for regional armed groups through military and political means.
- Hamas says it will dissolve Gaza civilian governing arm
Hamas announced it will dissolve the civilian governing arm in Gaza. The decision has sparked skepticism due to the group's failure to mention relinquishing weapons.
- Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee
Hamas dissolved its Gaza government to transfer power to a UN-backed technical committee as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal. The move was dismissed by Israel as irrelevant, while the Board of Peace, led by President Donald Trump, emphasized the need for the committee to control all weapons in Gaza.
- Hamas dissolves Gaza government, presses for progress on stalled peace plan
Hamas dissolved its de facto government in Gaza and pledged to hand over to Palestinian technocrats as part of efforts to advance a stalled U.S.-backed peace plan. The move aims to pressure Israel to fulfill other aspects of the post-war Gaza framework outlined by U.S. President Donald Trump following a ceasefire.
- Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee
Hamas dissolved its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed technical committee as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal. The move was dismissed by Israel as irrelevant, while the Board of Peace, led by President Donald Trump, emphasized the committee must control all weapons in Gaza.
- Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee
Hamas has dissolved its government in Gaza and announced plans to transfer power to a UN-backed technical committee as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal. The move, which leaves only technical staff to manage daily affairs, faces skepticism from Israel, which dismissed the announcement as insignificant, while the UN-backed Board of Peace emphasized the need for the committee to control all weapons in Gaza.
- Hamas says it has dissolved its governing bodies in the Gaza Strip
Hamas announced the dissolution of its governing bodies in the Gaza Strip. The article also references Israeli military strikes in Jabaliya, Gaza, which have destroyed buildings and affected Palestinians.
- Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body
Hamas announced the dissolution of the governing body in Gaza, paving the way for a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule. This move represents a significant political shift, as Hamas has controlled Gaza since 2007 after taking power from rival movement Fatah.
- Hamas dissolves Gaza government ahead of eventual transfer of power to technocrats
Hamas dissolves the Gaza government ahead of a potential transfer of power to technocrats. An Israeli official dismisses the move as 'spin' and 'stalling,' while civil servants are expected to retain their roles and Hamas has refused to disarm.
- Dissolution of Hamas's Gaza governing body won't bring 'significant change of life'
Hamas announced the dissolution of its Gaza Strip governing body on July 7, aiming to establish a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule. However, the move is unlikely to bring 'significant change of life' and questions remain.
- Explainer-Netanyahu government challenge to Supreme Court reignites judicial row
Netanyahu's government challenges a Supreme Court order regarding a media regulator, claiming judicial overreach, reigniting a judicial dispute ahead of a national election. The government stated the June 17 ruling on the Second Authority for Television and Radio's composition was an overreach.
- Palestinian technocratic committee says ready to govern Gaza
A Palestinian technocratic committee established by the Board of Peace, set up by US President Donald Trump, stated it is ready to govern Gaza after Hamas dissolved its ruling body. The committee, led by Ali Shaath, affirmed it is prepared to assume administrative responsibilities once necessary resources are available.
- Hamas announces dissolution of Gaza governing body
Hamas announced the dissolution of its Gaza governing body to transition power to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a technocratic committee. The move follows a 2025 US-brokered ceasefire with Israel but remains stalled over unresolved issues like Hamas's disarmament and Israeli military presence in Gaza.