Despite the progress, there is widespread caution among Palestinians regarding the agreement. Tahani Mustafa, a senior Palestine analyst at the International Crisis Group, noted that major issues that have hindered reconciliation in the past remain unaddressed. The reluctance of Palestinian Authority president and Fatah leader Mahmoud Abbas to share power has been a significant obstacle. This hesitation to relinquish control has created deep-seated mistrust and frustration among various factions, making genuine collaboration difficult to achieve. Hamas has demanded fair representation within the PLO, a demand that has not been met. The latest agreement includes plans for a consensus government to manage Palestinian affairs in Gaza and the West Bank, oversee reconstruction, and prepare for future elections. However, the road to actualizing these plans is fraught with challenges.