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8 Islamic Nations Join Trump's "Board of Peace" to Advance Gaza Ceasefire

The foreign ministers of eight Islamic countries have jointly agreed to accept an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join a newly formed "Board of Peace." The body is part of the second phase of a fragile ceasefire agreement in the Israel-Gaza conflict. The nations reaffirmed support for international efforts to end the war, reconstruct Gaza, and advance a lasting peace based on Palestinian self-determination. The Board is envisioned to oversee governance, regional relations, and large-scale funding mobilization for the region.

Key Points: 8 Islamic Countries Agree to Join Trump's Board of Peace

  • Eight Islamic nations agree to join
  • Supports Gaza ceasefire & reconstruction
  • Backs Palestinian statehood path
  • Body part of Phase 2 ceasefire
  • To oversee governance and funding
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8 Islamic countries agree to join Trump's Board of Peace

Eight Islamic nations agree to join President Trump's Board of Peace, supporting Gaza ceasefire, reconstruction, and a path to Palestinian statehood.

"The Ministers announce their countries' shared decision to join the Board of Peace. - Joint Ministerial Statement"

Doha, January 22

Foreign Ministers of eight Islamic countries including Arab nations have welcomed the invitation from United States President Donald J. Trump to join the "Board of Peace", reaffirming their collective support for ongoing international efforts to end the Gaza conflict.

In a joint statement issued on Wednesday, the Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Republic of Turkiye, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates welcome the invitation extended to their leaders by the President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump, to join the Board of Peace.

The statement added that, "The Ministers announce their countries' shared decision to join the Board of Peace. Each country will sign the joining documents according to their respective relevant legal and other necessary procedures, including the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates, that have already announced to join."

The Ministers reiterate their countries' support for the peace efforts led by President Trump, and reaffirm their countries' commitment to supporting the implementation of the mission of the Board of Peace as a transitional administration, as set out in the Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict and endorsed by United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, aimed at consolidating a permanent ceasefire, supporting the reconstruction of Gaza, and advancing a just and lasting peace grounded in the Palestinian right to self-determination and statehood in accordance with international law, thereby paving the way for security and stability for all countries and peoples of the region.

The "Board of Peace" was unveiled as part of phase two of the fragile ceasefire agreement with Hamas to end the Israel-Gaza conflict, as reported by Al Jazeera.

The Trump administration sent invites to several world leaders to join the body, which Trump envisages would oversee "governance capacity-building, regional relations, reconstruction, investment attraction, large-scale funding, and capital mobilisation" in the region.

- ANI

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Priya S
Interesting to see Pakistan joining. Their involvement in any peace process is crucial given their historical stance. As an Indian, I just hope this initiative remains focused on the welfare of Palestinians and doesn't get derailed by other geopolitical agendas.
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Rohit P
"Board of Peace" sounds like another American-branded initiative. The real test is on-ground implementation. The region needs reconstruction, not just boards and statements. Hope the Gulf countries' funding actually reaches the people in need.
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Sarah B
From an international perspective, having key Islamic nations on board gives this effort legitimacy. But Trump's involvement is a double-edged sword. His previous Middle East plans were controversial. Cautiously optimistic.
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Vikram M
India should observe this closely. Stability in West Asia is directly linked to our energy security and diaspora welfare. If this board can ensure a permanent ceasefire, it's good for everyone, including the 9 million Indians living in the GCC countries.
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Karthik V
I have my doubts. The statement mentions "transitional administration" – who will really be in charge? The devil is in the details. Without addressing the core issue of Palestinian statehood, this might just be a temporary fix. Hope I'm wrong.
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Nisha Z
Finally, some concrete action after so

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