The cabinet session was the first in Gaza since 2014, Hamdallah told ministers, and a major step in a reconciliation process promoted by neighbouring Egypt and other US-allied countries.
“Today, we stand before an important historical moment as we begin to get over our wounds, put our differences aside and place the higher national interest above all else,” Hamdallah said.
Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh echoed the optimism, saying: “There might be some difficulties on the road, but we will conclude reconciliation, regardless of the cost.”