Netanyahu Joins Trump's Ambitious Board of Peace Amid Gaza Tensions

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an invitation to join US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace.

A statement from his office noted that Netanyahu would become a member of this board, which aims to be comprised of world leaders. The board was initially believed to assist in ending the prolonged conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza and to oversee reconstruction efforts, yet its charter notably omits any mention of Palestinian territories, leading many to speculate its intended function may rival that of the U.N.

Notably, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and several other nations, including Albania, Armenia, and Kazakhstan, have also agreed to join the initiative, although many countries, including Canada, the UK, and Norway, have expressed reservations or declined to participate altogether.

Details surrounding Trump's Board of Peace propose that member nations will receive renewable three-year terms, but permanent positions can be granted in exchange for significant financial contributions. The document indicates the board will strive to promote stability and lawful governance while adhering to international law.

As the chair, Trump will hold the power to create or dissolve sub-entities based on the board's objectives and will appoint leaders to an Executive Board, which includes notable politicians. As this chapter unfolds, considerable challenges remain in realizing peaceful governance within Gaza, especially given the ongoing hostilities and the complex negotiations surrounding ceasefire agreements.