Hamas has dissolved its governing body in Gaza after nearly 20 years, paving the way for a technocratic committee to establish civilian rule in the region.

GAZA CITY: Hamas is preparing to dissolve the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, officials from the group said Monday, clearing the way for a…

The move marks a significant political shift by Hamas, which has run Gaza since its fighters seized control from rival Palestinian movement Fatah in 2007.