U.S. President Donald Trump's newly established Board of Peace has drawn worldwide attention after he announced that it had brokered an agreement aimed at the phased disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, alongside the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory.
Trump described the agreement as a "historic breakthrough," saying it would be implemented in stages as disarmament progresses.
What is the Board of Peace?
The Board of Peace is an international initiative proposed by President Trump in 2025 as part of his plan to end the war in Gaza. Originally focused on overseeing peace efforts in Gaza, its mandate has since been expanded to address conflicts in other parts of the world.
The board is chaired by Trump and includes prominent figures such as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, and Jared Kushner.
Member Countries.
More than two dozen countries have joined the initiative, including the United States, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, Morocco, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Indonesia, Hungary, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, and several others.
However, key global powers and allies—including Britain, France, Germany, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, India, South Africa, China, and Russia—have declined to participate.
Powers and Responsibilities.
The United Nations Security Council approved a resolution recognizing the Board of Peace as a temporary body to coordinate Gaza's reconstruction and stabilization through 2027. The board is expected to report to the Security Council every six months.
Beyond Gaza, however, the board's legal authority remains unclear, and questions remain about how it will cooperate with the United Nations and other international organizations.
Criticism.
The initiative has faced criticism from human rights organizations and international observers. Critics argue that the board resembles a colonial-style governing structure and lacks Palestinian representation despite overseeing Gaza's future governance.
Others have questioned the inclusion of Israel and countries with controversial human rights records, while some governments insist that peace efforts should remain under the leadership of the United Nations.
Recent Activities.
Since its inaugural meeting in February 2026, the Board of Peace has announced a multi-billion-dollar reconstruction fund for Gaza, held discussions on rebuilding infrastructure, and proposed humanitarian projects within the territory.
Most recently, Trump said the board had successfully negotiated a framework for the complete disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli forces, though implementation is expected to take place in phases.
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