Mahmoud al-Mardawi, a senior leader in the Palestinian Resistance Movement Hamas, revealed that the movement has formed a committee to manage governance in Gaza in the aftermath of the war, in coordination with most Palestinian factions. However, he noted, “We faced opposition from the Fatah movement, but we will continue searching for a national option that aligns with the current needs of the moment.”
In an interview with Al-Jazeera Arabic website, al-Mardawi emphasized that “Hamas remains committed to the goals and objectives for which it was formed, which are linked to the freedom and independence of the Palestinian people, the expulsion of the occupation, and its defeat.” He further clarified that “this does not mean that the tools to achieve these goals are fixed; they can change in form and terminology.”
Regarding guarantees for the implementation of the ceasefire, which came into effect on Sunday, the Hamas leader noted that the countries mediating this agreement, along with those monitoring it, provide guarantees for its enforcement. He also mentioned that the terms of the agreement are stringent, and Hamas will not take any step unless Israel has implemented its corresponding commitments. Furthermore, he stated that it is in Israel’s interest to ensure the agreement is upheld. ….more