In the aftermath of Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel, the party of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, known as Fatah, has shifted the blame onto Hamas for the ongoing catastrophe in the Gaza Strip. Fatah has openly criticized Hamas leadership, highlighting their luxurious lifestyles in Qatar and their ties to Iran.

Fatah expressed their dismay at Hamas' decision to carry out the attack without consulting the Palestinian leadership or any national party. They referred to the consequences of the attack as a "catastrophe more horrific and crueler than the Nakba of 1948," emphasizing the immense suffering it has caused to the people of Palestine.

Furthermore, Fatah questioned the appointment of new Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa, which Hamas had denounced. Fatah stated that Mustafa is armed with the national agenda and not with false agendas that have brought nothing but woes to the Palestinian people. They also pointed out that Hamas leaders residing in luxury hotels outside of Gaza seem to be disconnected from the plight of their own people enduring a "brutal war of extermination."

Hamas, in response to the appointment of Mustafa, called it an individual decision that deepens the existing divisions at a critical moment in history. They urged for a unified leadership and free, democratic elections.

Palestinian President Abbas, in announcing the appointment of Mustafa, tasked him with reuniting the administration in the West Bank and Gaza, implementing reforms in the government, security services, and economy, as well as combating corruption. The United States expressed its expectation for the new government to deliver on credible and extensive reforms.

Mohammed Mustafa, born in Tulkarem, West Bank, in 1954, brings significant expertise to the role of Prime Minister. With a doctorate in business administration and economics from George Washington University, Mustafa has served in senior positions at the World Bank, previously held the position of deputy prime minister and economy minister, and currently chairs the Palestine Investment Fund.

As the power struggle between Fatah and Hamas continues, the fate of the Palestinian people remains uncertain. The appointment of Mohammed Mustafa as Prime Minister raises hopes for reforms and unity, but the tensions between the rival factions persist, jeopardizing the progress towards stability and prosperity in both the West Bank and Gaza.