Donald Trump is set to hold the inaugural session of his new intergovernmental organization, the Peace Council, in Washington this week. The meeting will primarily focus on post-war governance and the reconstruction of Gaza, originally introduced as a 20-point ceasefire proposal from Washington. However, it has evolved into a broader international conflict resolution platform that seeks to address various global concerns.

Despite the ambitions of the Peace Council, European capitals have responded with skepticism, opting to take a backseat. Countries like Greece have indicated they will participate as observers, reflecting a cautious approach towards Trump's initiative. Hungary and Bulgaria are the only countries that have committed to full participation, while others such as Italy, Romania, and Cyprus plan to attend as observers. Notably, Denmark did not receive an invitation to participate at all, underscoring the divided reactions across Europe.

The muted European response raises questions about the viability and effectiveness of Trump's Peace Council, especially as the European Commission has also chosen not to fully engage. This reluctance suggests that many European leaders are hesitant to align closely with an initiative that may lack broader international support or effectiveness in addressing the complex issues at hand, particularly in relation to the ongoing challenges in Gaza and the wider Middle East region.