The Peace Council, established by former US President Donald Trump, is set to hold its first meeting tomorrow, yet it is encountering significant international reservations. Experts argue that the council is hindered by Israel's non-compliance with ceasefire agreements in Gaza, and its reliance on Trump's persona rather than a robust institutional framework. These factors undermine its legitimacy and effectiveness in promoting peace and reconstruction efforts in the region.

Analysts have highlighted that, with the current mechanisms in place, the Peace Council lacks any real coercive tools to ensure Israel's compliance with the terms of ceasefire agreements. Thus far, it appears to be a mere formality without practical enforcement capabilities, raising doubts about its ability to facilitate any meaningful dialogue or action towards peace in the region.

The upcoming meeting will be the council's first official session since its launch in January and will focus on fundraising for the reconstruction of Gaza as part of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement. Comprising 27 members and led by Trump, the council has a mandate from the UN Security Council to oversee ceasefire implementation and manage governance and reconstruction issues. However, the absence of a clear roadmap for these initiatives continues to fuel concerns over its effectiveness in achieving its stated goals.