Gaza Management Committee announces the establishment of a new police force and opens applications

The National Committee for Gaza Administration (NCAG) announced today, Thursday, the start of receiving applications for membership in the new Palestinian police force in the Strip. This step aims to create a security force responsible for maintaining public order and enforcing the rule of law during the upcoming transitional phase, ensuring the stability of internal affairs.

In an official statement, the committee called on all qualified men and women who possess competence and integrity to submit their applications and participate in serving the community. Sources confirmed that the new force will work to protect families and preserve human dignity, with a focus on building a secure future for coming generations amidst current challenges.

The committee stressed that the establishment of the police force will be based on solid foundations of transparency and full legal accountability to ensure public trust. All members will be subject to strict professional conduct standards and continuous oversight, thereby establishing the principles of justice and equality in dealing with all citizens within the Gaza Strip.

The National Committee for Gaza Administration is a non-political body formed within the framework of understandings related to US President Donald Trump's plan for managing civil affairs in the Strip. The committee consists of 11 Palestinian figures headed by Ali Shaath, with its primary tasks focused on providing daily services and facilitating the lives of residents away from political disputes.

Despite Hamas's announcement of its logistical and administrative readiness to hand over civil administration tasks to the committee, the latter has been operating from the Egyptian capital, Cairo, since mid-January. The committee has not yet commenced its field duties from within Gaza, amidst calls from the government media office for its immediate presence in the Strip.

The entry of committee members into Gaza is linked to the necessity of complex field and security coordinations through the crossings under the control of the Israeli occupation authorities. No official clarification has been issued by the committee so far regarding the precise reasons preventing its teams from reaching the Strip to commence the tasks announced in the latest statement.

Joining the police force represents a national duty and an active contribution to rebuilding trust and security within Gazan society.