20 more countries sign up for Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ initiative: White House
Summary
The White House announced that 20 more countries have joined US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative, aimed at managing conflicts including Gaza and beyond. The initiative seeks to complement or sideline the UN's role and includes controversial members like Russia.
Key Points
- Twenty additional countries have joined US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace initiative.
- The Board of Peace was originally mandated by the UN Security Council to oversee Gaza but has expanded to address global conflicts.
- Some Western nations have resisted the initiative, concerned about undermining the United Nations.
- The initiative includes powerful leaders such as Russia's Vladimir Putin and requires significant financial contributions for permanent membership.
