The United States is preparing to announce a panel of Palestinian technocrats, led by former deputy minister Ali Shaath, to oversee daily life and reconstruction efforts in the war-torn Gaza Strip. The committee, intended to be apolitical and focused on public services, is part of a broader American plan to reduce the influence of Hamas, which has controlled Gaza since 2007. However, the committee's ability to function remains uncertain, as Hamas has not relinquished its armed forces and key details about the committee's membership, authority, and funding are still unclear. The move is seen by some analysts as an attempt to demonstrate progress amid stalled diplomatic efforts, with significant challenges ahead, including Israeli restrictions and the need to address the status of former Hamas civil servants.