The 'Peace Board', initially designed by Donald Trump's team to oversee the ceasefire and transition in Gaza, has been reimagined as an experimental body aimed at competing with the UN for global conflict resolution. Its debut in Washington was marked by Trump's typical showmanship, with a carefully staged event involving several world leaders, where he took center stage as the master of ceremonies. The event was infused with Trump's characteristic humor and self-promoting rhetoric, which included nods to his own achievements and personal anecdotes.

During the presentation, discussions regarding Gaza were notably sidelined, with substantive mentions of the region's situation only surfacing an hour into the event. Instead of addressing the complexities and urgent needs of the conflict, Trump diverted attention to a range of topics, such as claiming a Nobel Peace Prize, commenting on his wife’s film, and making light-hearted jabs about personal preferences, casting the occasion as more of a display of his influence rather than a sincere diplomatic effort.

The implications of this event highlight a significant concern about the approach to global peacekeeping and conflict resolution, suggesting that personal branding may take precedence over genuine engagement with crises like that in Gaza. As Trump seeks to position his Peace Board as a viable alternative to established international bodies, this episode raises questions about the effectiveness and sincerity of such initiatives, particularly when overshadowed by a focus on personality rather than policy.