Hamas has strongly criticized a U.S.-backed United Nations Security Council resolution concerning the future of Gaza, describing it as an “attempt to impose international guardianship” over the territory.
The resolution has sparked debate over the role of external actors in Gaza’s governance and reconstruction.
The draft resolution proposes the deployment of an International Stabilization Force in Gaza and outlines a transitional plan for the territory’s administration.
Hamas and other Palestinian organizations argue that this approach threatens Palestinian sovereignty by transferring administrative and reconstruction responsibilities to a supranational entity.
In a statement, the group said the proposed measures would effectively strip Palestinians of their authority to manage local affairs.
Hamas emphasized that humanitarian aid must remain under the supervision of competent Palestinian institutions, with oversight from the UN.
The group also reiterated its rejection of any clauses in the resolution relating to the disarmament of Gaza, arguing that these could weaken internal security structures and undermine the territory’s autonomy.
The UN Security Council met on Monday to discuss the situation in Gaza, more than a month after a ceasefire ended over two years of conflict in the region.
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The U.S.-proposed resolution is a key point on the agenda and has received support from several regional actors, including Egypt, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Turkey.
Western countries, meanwhile, have stressed that the plan should be implemented under a formal UN Security Council mandate to ensure legitimacy and coordination.
The resolution’s second phase envisions the creation of a transitional government composed of Palestinian technocrats, alongside the deployment of an international stabilization force.
Proponents argue this could facilitate reconstruction and help prevent renewed conflict, while critics, including Hamas, warn that such measures could erode Palestinian governance and empower external actors at the expense of local authority.
Hamas’ rejection highlights ongoing tensions between international initiatives and local stakeholders in Gaza.
The group insists that aid and reconstruction efforts should prioritize Palestinian institutions and maintain oversight that respects local decision-making.
The development comes amid broader concerns about the humanitarian and political situation in Gaza, where prolonged conflict has disrupted essential services and exacerbated economic and social challenges.
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