Trump's Board of Peace: A New Dawn for Gaza?

President Donald Trump convenes the inaugural meeting of his Board of Peace, aimed at rebuilding Gaza with $5 billion pledged by member nations. The board, a part of Trump's peace plan, seeks to bring lasting peace between Israel and Hamas, while drawing criticism for its potentially rivaling role against the UN.

President Donald Trump has called for the inaugural gathering of his Board of Peace on Thursday, with representatives from over two dozen nations attending. The focus is on the reconstruction of war-torn Gaza, with members pledging $5 billion out of the estimated $70 billion required for rebuilding.

The Board of Peace, a key component of Trump's 20-point peace plan, aims to stabilize Gaza through an international force. However, Trump's broadening vision, which could rival the UN's role, has sparked skepticism among some U.S. allies.

While over 40 countries and the European Union attend the meeting, the participation of key countries like Indonesia offers hope for advancing peace. Questions about the disarmament of Hamas remain central, as Trump's administration plans to update the operational efforts of the Gaza Executive Board.

(With inputs from agencies.)