Trump's Board of Peace Proposes Gaza Oversight with Controversial Membership Terms

The US has proposed a Board of Peace, chaired by Donald Trump, to oversee Gaza's postwar reconstruction and broader conflict resolution. The board offers permanent membership for a $1 billion contribution, a move likened to a pay-to-play alternative to the UN Security Council. France and Canada have declined or refused to pay for membership, citing concerns over the board's expanded mandate and respect for UN principles. Several countries, including Hungary and Vietnam, have accepted invitations, while others are reviewing the proposal. The board's charter grants Trump significant control, including lifetime chairmanship, raising questions about governance and international legitimacy.