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The White House is preparing to host the inaugural meeting of President Trump's "Board of Peace" on February 19, which aims to facilitate governance and reconstruction efforts in Gaza following the recent conflict. This gathering will serve as a fundraising event, inviting various world leaders to Washington, D.C. to support the war-ravaged region, according to AA and Al Jazeera.
Initially aimed at addressing the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Board's mandate has expanded to include international crisis resolution, a shift indicating the intent to challenge traditional diplomatic frameworks like the United Nations. The meeting takes place the day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with President Trump, marking a potential historic moment for Middle East diplomacy, as noted by Los Angeles Times and Al Jazeera.
Reports suggest that the organizational details of the meeting are still tentative, with the White House stating plans may evolve as the date approaches. Some international leaders remain skeptical about the U.S. initiative, fearing it aims to create an alternative to longstanding global diplomatic structures, as per Los Angeles Times.
Trump's administration has already made outreach efforts to several nations, indicating expectations for robust participation at the summit. However, the administration has not officially confirmed the list of attendees as logistics and details are still pending, according to AA and Los Angeles Times.