10‑15‑Day Decision Window on Iran Set by Trump President Donald Trump announced on Air Force One that the United States will decide on a possible military strike against Iran within a “10‑15‑day, pretty much maximum” window, while urging Tehran to pursue a diplomatic deal; sources say U.S. forces are prepared to act as early as the upcoming weekend, though no final authorization has been issued [1][2]. The statement follows a series of escalatory moves, including 2025 air strikes on Iranian nuclear and air‑defence sites, and reflects renewed pressure on Tehran after the White House reopened negotiations hosted by Oman [3]. Trump’s remarks came during a high‑profile summit in Washington, underscoring the administration’s intent to keep the option of force on the table while seeking a negotiated settlement.

Board of Peace Receives $10 B U.S. Funding and Oversight Mandate At the inaugural Board of Peace summit, Trump disclosed a $10 billion American contribution to the new body, which he said will “almost be looking over the United Nations” to improve its effectiveness and spearhead conflict‑resolution initiatives, beginning with Gaza reconstruction [1][2]. The board’s charter includes coordinating international aid, monitoring ceasefires, and facilitating post‑conflict rebuilding, positioning it as a U.S.–led alternative to existing multilateral mechanisms. Participants included representatives from more than 20 countries, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña, highlighting the summit’s broad diplomatic reach [2].

Gaza Relief Gains Over $7 B and Troop Commitments from Multiple Nations Trump listed Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan and Kuwait as having contributed a combined total exceeding $7 billion toward Gaza relief [1][2]. He also announced that Indonesia, Morocco, Albania, Kosovo and Kazakhstan have pledged troops and police personnel, while Egypt and Jordan will provide training and support for a 5,000‑member transitional Palestinian police force [2]. The pledges aim to bolster security and reconstruction efforts on the ground, complementing the Board of Peace’s financial resources.

Domestic Shutdown Stalemate Persists Over DHS Funding While Health Reform Promoted The administration has not engaged directly with House Democratic leaders to resolve the Department of Homeland Security funding impasse, and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries indicated Democrats are awaiting a response to the shutdown threat [1][2]. Concurrently, Trump used a Georgia speech to champion a sweeping health‑care overhaul that would channel federal subsidies straight to patients, accusing Democrats and insurers of blocking progress [1]. The dual focus on foreign policy and domestic reform underscores the administration’s attempt to maintain momentum on multiple fronts despite legislative gridlock.

Renewed Iran Negotiations Via Oman Occur Amid Regional Investor Caution Early 2026 saw the White House announce renewed talks with Iran, hosted by Oman, after Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the effort [3]. Gulf Arab investors, who have poured hundreds of billions into Trump‑era projects, publicly urged restraint to protect their own military facilities, while India emphasized its strategic ties to Iran for oil, the Chabahar port, and regional connectivity [3]. Ongoing protests and a coalition of moderate and conservative forces within Iran add domestic pressure that could shape the outcome of any forthcoming agreement [3].