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Trump’s Board of Peace Gains Global Membership Amid Western Skepticism

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Board Expansion and Invitation Scope The Board of Peace, chaired by former President Donald Trump, has invited roughly 50 states while expecting about 30 to formally join, extending its remit from a Gaza cease‑fire overseer to a broader conflict‑mediation body [1][2][3][4][5]. European nations such as France, Norway, Sweden and Slovenia have already declined, and many others have not yet responded, leaving the final composition uncertain [1][4]. The White House frames the outreach as part of a “Gaza ceasefire framework” that could evolve into a global mediation platform [1][2].

Western Nations’ Reservations and Declines The United Kingdom announced it will not sign the board at the Davos ceremony, citing legal‑treaty concerns and unease over Russian participation [2]. France, Norway, Sweden and Slovenia also rejected invitations, questioning the board’s relationship to the United Nations and its funding model [4]. Italy’s Meloni and Ireland’s McEntee expressed cautious positions, while the UK highlighted the need to address “phase two” of the Gaza peace process before committing [2][3].

Muslim‑Majority and Regional Participation Seven Muslim‑majority states—Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan and Qatar—have signed on, joining Israel and a slate of other nations including the UAE, Bahrain, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Morocco and Vietnam [5][3][1]. The board’s charter emphasizes a permanent Gaza cease‑fire and reconstruction, though it does not explicitly reference Palestinian territory [5]. Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko also joined, expanding the board’s Eurasian representation [3].

Putin Invitation Ambiguity and Russian Stance Trump publicly claimed Russian President Vladimir Putin accepted the invitation, but Putin has only said Russia is “studying” the offer and hinted at possible contributions from frozen assets [5][2][3]. The UK’s foreign secretary warned that Russian involvement could compromise the board’s credibility, especially given ongoing Ukraine hostilities [2]. Russia’s final decision remains pending, creating diplomatic tension among invited members [5].

Charter Details and Funding Mechanism Leaked documents describe the board as an international organization with three‑year renewable terms, a $1 billion contribution required for permanent seats, and Trump serving as indefinite chairman with authority to appoint an executive board [2][3][4][5]. Executive board members include Jared Kushner, Marco Rubio, Steve Witkoff and Tony Blair, signaling a blend of political and business leadership [3]. While the charter positions the board as a “stability and governance” entity, diplomats warn it could duplicate or sideline UN functions [3][4].

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