Hamas on Tuesday expressed hope that the arrival of an international stabilization force in the Gaza Strip would mark the beginning of the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement and pave the way for an end to the Israeli occupation army’s presence among Gaza’s civilian population.

Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem called on the Peace Council to move beyond declarations and begin the practical implementation of the ceasefire plan, stressing the urgent need to translate commitments into concrete steps that would alleviate the suffering of Palestinians in the besieged enclave.

Qassem said the implementation process should begin with the deployment of the national committee tasked with administering Gaza, the large-scale delivery of humanitarian aid, the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory, and the launch of comprehensive reconstruction efforts.

He emphasized that rebuilding Gaza is not a political concession but a fundamental right of the Palestinian people after months of destruction caused by the Israeli military campaign.

“The people of Gaza have the right to return to normal life, rebuild their homes, schools, hospitals, and infrastructure, and live in dignity after enduring immense suffering,” Qassem said.

The statement came as vehicles and logistical equipment belonging to the international stabilization force arrived in preparation for deployment under a ceasefire initiative announced by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Images released by the Peace Council showed convoys of support vehicles and equipment entering staging areas designated for the force. The arrival follows reports that advance multinational units had already reached the region as part of preparations for the next phase of the ceasefire agreement.

According to media reports, personnel from several participating countries have been deployed to support the implementation and monitoring of the truce, while logistical facilities are being established near the Kerem Abu Salem Crossing along the Gaza-Egypt border.

Reports also indicate that a major coordination base has been constructed near the Gaza perimeter to facilitate communication and oversight activities related to the ceasefire process.

The development comes amid growing international calls for ensuring the ceasefire leads to a lasting end to hostilities, the unrestricted flow of humanitarian assistance, and the beginning of Gaza’s reconstruction.

Palestinian officials and humanitarian organizations have repeatedly stressed that any sustainable agreement must guarantee the withdrawal of Israeli forces, the protection of civilians, the lifting of restrictions on aid delivery, and a comprehensive rebuilding program for the territory.

For Palestinians in Gaza, reconstruction remains one of the most urgent priorities. Vast areas of the enclave have suffered extensive destruction, leaving hundreds of thousands displaced and dependent on humanitarian assistance.

Hamas reiterated that the success of the ceasefire will be measured not only by the cessation of military operations but also by tangible improvements in the lives of Palestinians, including reconstruction, humanitarian relief, and the restoration of normal civilian life throughout the Gaza Strip. (ILKHA)