"Trump announced ahead of the meeting that board members have pledged $5 billion for reconstruction, a fraction of the estimated $70 billion needed to rebuild the Palestinian territory decimated after two years of war. Members are expected to unveil commitments of thousands of personnel to international stabilization and police forces for the territory."
"The board was initiated as part of Trump's 20-point peace plan to end the conflict in Gaza. But since the October ceasefire, Trump's vision for the board has morphed and he wants it to have an even more ambitious remit - one that will not only complete the Herculean task of bringing lasting peace between Israel and Hamas but will also help resolve conflicts around the globe."
"But ahead of the board's first gathering, the Gaza ceasefire deal remains fragile and Trump's expanded vision for it has triggered fears the U.S. president is looking to create a rival to the United Nations. Trump earlier this week said he hoped the board would push the U.N. to "get on the ball." "The United Nations has great potential," he said. "They haven't lived up to the potential.""
President Donald Trump will convene an inaugural Board of Peace meeting with representatives from more than two dozen countries to focus on Gaza reconstruction and creation of an international stabilization force. Board members pledged $5 billion for reconstruction while estimated needs exceed $70 billion after two years of war. Members are expected to commit thousands of stabilization and police personnel. The board originated from a 20-point peace plan and now carries an expanded remit to pursue broader conflict resolution. Concerns persist about the fragile Gaza ceasefire and fears that the board could rival the United Nations, prompting skepticism among some allies.
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