"One month after the ceremonial signing of the Charter of theBoard of Peace in Davos, Switzerland, Trumphas invited all its members to Washington, DC, to attend its inaugural meeting. The agenda for Thursday, February 19, is expected to focus on the future of the Gaza Strip beyond the current fragile ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. A key point is raising funds for the reconstruction of Gaza and providing humanitarian aid."
"Of the at least 60 countries invited, 27 have so far accepted the invitation. Bulgaria, Hungary, Albania and Kosovo are the only European countries that have joined. Over the past month, Italy, Cyprus, Greece and Romania, as well as the European Union, have decided to join as observers, meaning they won't take part in decision-making. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was invited but will instead send Dubravka Suica, the European commissioner for the Mediterranean."
An inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington on February 19 will focus on Gaza's future beyond the fragile ceasefire, raising reconstruction funds and delivering humanitarian aid. Trump reported $5 billion in pledges from board members. Of at least 60 invited countries, 27 accepted; only Bulgaria, Hungary, Albania and Kosovo represent European states, while Italy, Cyprus, Greece, Romania and the EU joined as observers. The EU and several countries raised questions about the charter. France warned the Board could overstep UN authority. The UN Security Council endorsed the Board in November 2025 with a sole Gaza peace mandate, citing US leverage.
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