The Peace Council, initiated by former President Donald Trump, held its first meeting on January 22 in Davos, Switzerland. The main goal of this council is to establish a sustained peace in the devastated Gaza Strip, although Trump has expressed ambitions for it to tackle a broader range of global challenges. During the announcement, Trump asserted that the Peace Council could potentially become one of the most influential organizations ever formed.

Despite the emphasis on Gaza, the founding documents of the Peace Council do not explicitly mention this territory, which raises questions about its actual focus. Instead, there are indications that Trump envisions the council as a viable alternative to the United Nations (UN), which he has previously criticized for being ineffective and weak. This shift suggests an attempt to create a new platform for international diplomacy that aligns more closely with Trump’s vision and approach.

Furthermore, Trump's self-appointment as the lifetime chairperson of the Peace Council signifies that he intends to maintain control over this organization even after his presidency has ended. Out of approximately 60 countries invited to join the Peace Council, this initiative appears to gather international support, hinting at Trump's enduring influence on global geopolitics, especially in contexts where traditional institutions like the UN are seen as inadequate.