Finnish President Alexander Stubb has announced that he will not be attending the Trump Peace Council meeting held in Washington today. Although Finland will not have a direct representative at the meeting, the country will still be present at a diplomatic level, attending as an observer. This decision reflects Finland's current stance towards the international peace initiative led by the Trump administration, specifically regarding issues in Gaza.

The Finnish presidential office emphasizes that Finland supports efforts to achieve a sustainable peaceful resolution in Gaza, following UN Security Council Resolution 2803. However, full membership in the Board of Peace, an international organization linked to the initiative, would require a proposal from the Finnish government and subsequent approval from Parliament. This indicates a cautious approach by Finland as it navigates its involvement in international relations and peace processes in the Middle East.

A report from CNN prior to the meeting mentioned that the Trump administration was expecting a representative from Finland, among other countries. While several nations have received invitations to the assembly, many have declined participation in the Peace Council. Only Hungary and Bulgaria from the EU are expected to attend, showcasing the varying levels of engagement and support among EU member states regarding this Peace Council initiative led by Trump, which aims to address longstanding conflicts in the Middle East.