Troops for Gaza and money top agenda as Trump’s Board of Peace meets
The US has proposed leading a multinational peacekeeping force in postwar Gaza involving troops from various countries, amidst skepticism about the effectiveness of Trump's Board of Peace.
The United States has outlined plans to lead a multinational force in Gaza's postwar recovery, with troop contributions expected from Albania, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Morocco. This initiative was announced during the inaugural meeting of Donald Trump's newly formed Board of Peace, which faces heavy criticism given its alignment with controversial global figures. The plan hinges on the disarmament of Hamas and has received mixed reactions, especially considering Israel's role in supporting such efforts.
At the summit, attendees proposed ambitious initiatives, including a vast peacekeeping and reconstruction effort in Gaza. Among the discussions was a unique proposition for a Trump peace prize presented by Kazakhstan's president, reflecting the summit's unconventional nature. These developments underscore the administration's struggle to present a credible and effective plan for enduring peace in the region, especially with a committee that draws skepticism due to its members' backgrounds.
Trump's announcement of a commitment of $10 billion for Gaza's reconstruction has provided a focal point for the meeting's agenda, although analysts suggest this figure is modest relative to the scale of the rebuilding effort needed. The juxtaposition of ambitious proposals with political realities raises questions about whether Trump's Board of Peace can genuinely facilitate a lasting resolution to enduring conflicts in the Middle East, especially with the complex dynamics involving local and international stakeholders.