Most Palestinians Support Gaza Panel but Reject Armed Arab Force Entry

Recent developments in Gaza reveal a complex and evolving situation marked by political and territorial division. A survey shows that a majority of Palestinians favor Gaza being managed by a committee of experts, but oppose it being delinked from Hamas or the Palestinian Authority, indicating a desire for maintaining internal Palestinian authority structures. Israel has established a "yellow line" dividing Gaza into an eastern area under Israeli control and a western area controlled by Hamas, creating two separate zones with different administrative realities and complicating efforts for reconstruction and civilian return. Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya indicated openness to national figures administering Gaza and supports international forces as monitors, while emphasizing Hamas's role and the ongoing discussions about disarmament linked to ending occupation. The new territorial and political arrangements, coupled with the ceasefire and international involvement under President Trump's framework, underscore a significant shift in the Gaza conflict, with implications for regional stability and the future of Palestinian governance. However, humanitarian challenges persist, with Gaza facing severe supply shortages and ongoing security concerns.