Palestinian and Arab sources report that Israel is working to hinder the commencement of activities for the technocratic committee tasked with managing the Gaza Strip. Despite the Rafah crossing being opened last week, Israeli authorities are reportedly obstructing committee members from entering Gaza. Furthermore, both the Palestinian Authority and Hamas are laying down various political, security, and administrative challenges to prevent the committee from becoming operational. These developments come in the wake of an announcement about the committee's structure made three weeks prior to this report.

The complications stemming from within the Palestinian factions appear to be rooted in mutual fears regarding the implications of the committee’s success. Palestinian Authority officials in Ramallah have expressed concerns that if the committee thrives, the U.S. administration under President Trump might adopt its operational model and apply it in the West Bank, positioning it as a potential substitute for the PA. On the other hand, Hamas is apprehensive that the committee could undermine its governing power in Gaza, thus creating a power struggle within the enclave. Such political maneuvering by both factions indicates a deep-seated internal conflict that exacerbates the Palestinian political landscape.

Additionally, the lack of logistical support for the committee further complicates the situation. Even if allowed to enter Gaza, committee members reportedly face hurdles such as a lack of offices, staff, funding, and security arrangements necessary for their work in the territory. This scenario reflects the ongoing power dynamics and rivalry in the Palestinian territories, revealing how both Israel and the Palestinian factions are interacting with each other to shape the future political landscape in Gaza.