Six Nations Join Gaza Peace Board

President Donald Trump’s bold Gaza “Board of Peace” initiative is quickly gaining international traction, with six nations officially confirming their participation in the unprecedented, US-led reconstruction framework. Designed to oversee Gaza’s transition to sustainable peace following the October 2025 ceasefire, the ambitious international body is led by a mix of business leaders and political figures. However, the initiative is meeting strong objections from Israel, whose government has publicly criticized the board’s composition and called it “contrary to Israeli policy.”

Story Highlights

Six countries including Jordan, Greece, and Hungary officially confirm Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace invitations.
Trump chairs ambitious international body to oversee Gaza reconstruction following October 2025 ceasefire.
Israel strongly objects to board composition, calling it “contrary to Israeli policy”.
Executive board includes business leaders and Trump allies like Jared Kushner and Marc Rowan.

Trump’s Strategic Vision Takes Shape

President Donald Trump’s ambitious “Board of Peace” for Gaza reconstruction has received confirmations from Jordan, Greece, Cyprus, Pakistan, Hungary, and India following formal invitations issued January 18, 2026. The unprecedented initiative represents Trump’s fulfillment of his 20-point ceasefire plan that ended the two-year Israel-Hamas conflict in October 2025. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán became the first leader to formally accept membership, signaling strong European support for Trump’s diplomatic approach.

Hungary’s foreign minister said Prime Minister Viktor Orban has been invited to join a Gaza focused Peace Council being set up by Donald Trump. pic.twitter.com/gZHFWGnoS8

— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) January 18, 2026

Executive Board Combines Business and Political Leadership

The White House announced the Executive Board composition on January 17, featuring Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner, and Apollo Global Management CEO Marc Rowan. Additional members include World Bank President Ajay Banga, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, and Trump special envoy Steve Witkoff. This strategic blend of financial expertise and diplomatic experience aims to ensure effective governance during Gaza’s transition from conflict to sustainable peace and reconstruction.

Israel Voices Strong Opposition

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office issued a rare public criticism, stating the board’s composition was “not coordinated with Israel and contrary to its policy.” Netanyahu instructed Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar to contact Secretary Rubio regarding Israeli concerns. The tensions highlight potential friction between Trump’s inclusive approach, which includes Turkey and Qatar due to their Hamas connections, and Israel’s security preferences for the post-conflict Gaza governance structure.

International Response and Implementation Challenges

Additional invitations reportedly went to Canada, Turkey, Egypt, Paraguay, Argentina, and Albania, with more confirmations expected during ongoing Davos meetings. The Palestinian National Committee for the Administration of Gaza held its first meeting in Cairo on January 17, marking initial steps toward implementing the comprehensive plan. Critical challenges ahead include Hamas disarmament, deployment of international security forces, and coordinating reconstruction efforts amid Gaza’s extensive war damage and displaced population returns.

The Board of Peace represents Trump’s broader vision for conflict resolution globally, backed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803 endorsing the 20-point plan. The initiative’s success depends on balancing diverse international interests while addressing Israeli security concerns and Palestinian governance needs in post-ceasefire Gaza.

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