Multiple Nations Invited to Join Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza Reconstruction

The United States has extended invitations to multiple nations to join President Donald Trump's newly established 'Board of Peace,' a body designed to oversee the reconstruction of Gaza and potentially address broader global conflicts. Hungary and Vietnam have accepted the invitations, with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Vietnam's Communist Party chief, To Lam, confirming their participation.

Other countries, including India, Jordan, Greece, Cyprus, and Pakistan, have acknowledged receiving invitations. A U.S. official, speaking anonymously, indicated that a $1 billion contribution secures permanent membership on the board, while a three-year appointment requires no financial commitment. The funds raised are intended for Gaza's rebuilding efforts.

The official list of board members is expected to be announced during the upcoming World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland. The board's mandate includes overseeing the next steps in Gaza, such as the deployment of an international security force, disarmament of Hamas, and reconstruction of the war-affected territory.

In related developments, Israel has objected to the formation of an executive committee associated with the board, stating that it 'was not coordinated with Israel and is contrary to its policy.' The committee comprises U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, World Bank President Ajay Banga, and Israeli businessman Yakir Gabay, among others.