At the inaugural meeting of the Council of Peace, nine countries pledged $7 billion in aid to Gaza and five committed to sending troops as part of the International Stabilization Forces.
During the first session of the Council of Peace, held in Washington, D.C., U.S. President Donald Trump announced that nine nations would provide a total of $7 billion (approximately 144 billion Czech koruna) in financial assistance to the Gaza Strip. Additionally, five countries agreed to send military personnel as part of the International Stabilization Forces (ISF), tasked with overseeing security in Palestinian territories. The meeting gathered representatives from around 50 countries, highlighting the international commitment towards peace and stability in the region.
Trump emphasized the United States’ contribution of $10 billion (about 206 billion Czech koruna) to the Council, and discussed the tense relationships with Iran, which remain a significant concern for the U.S. and its allies. The involvement of high-profile leaders showed a united front in addressing the complexities of the region, with Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, and Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan all present at the meeting. These high-level discussions reflect the broader geopolitical dynamics surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
While 27 countries joined the Council of Peace, the Czech Republic's Foreign Minister Petr Macinka represented the nation as an observer, following earlier indications that the country would not pursue membership in the council. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the Czech Republic was not currently considering joining the Council, suggesting a cautious approach towards deeper involvement in international peace initiatives related to the Middle East.
