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Trump Slams UN as "Incompetent," Promotes His New "Board of Peace"

US President Donald Trump has sharply criticized the United Nations, stating it has never been helpful in settling wars, which led to his decision to create a new "Board of Peace." This initiative, part of his Gaza peace plan, is now envisioned as a broader body for mediating global conflicts. The board will invite leaders from 60 countries to oversee stabilization and reconstruction, particularly in Gaza, with funding commitments influencing membership terms. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited by Trump to serve on this new board.

Key Points: Trump Criticizes UN, Launches New "Board of Peace" for Gaza

  • Trump criticizes UN's wartime effectiveness
  • Unveils new "Board of Peace" for Gaza
  • Initiative aims to mediate global conflicts broadly
  • Board invites 60 countries, with funding determining permanent seats
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"I wish we didn't need Board of Peace": Trump on UN's "incompetency" as it "never helped in one war"

President Trump criticizes the UN's competence, unveiling his "Board of Peace" initiative for Gaza and global conflict mediation, inviting world leaders.

"The United Nations never helped me in one war. - Donald Trump"

Washington DC, January 21

US President Donald Trump came down heavily on the United Nations, arguing that its lack of competence led to his decision to establish the "Board of Peace" for Gaza to implement the 20-Point Peace Plan to end conflict in the Middle East.

Addressing the press, Trump said, "US President Donald Trump says, "We just created the Board of Peace, which I think is going to be amazing. I wish the United Nations could do more. I wish we didn't need a Board of Peace. With all the wars they settled, the United Nations never helped me in one war."

When asked whether he wants the Board of Peace to replace the United Nations, Trump said they "haven't been very helpful," but believed in the organisation's potential.

"The UN just hasn't been very helpful. I'm a big fan of the UN's potential, but it has never lived up to its potential. The UN should have settled every one of the wars that I settled. I never went to them. I never even thought to go to them. You've got to let the UN continue because the potential is so great," he said.

The Board of Peace was proposed by Trump last September as part of his plan to end the war in Gaza, although the initiative now seems to be aimed at mediating global conflict more broadly.

The high-profile international effort invites world leaders of 60 countries to join a new body aimed at promoting stability and overseeing post-conflict reconstruction, especially in the Gaza Strip.

According to a White House statement, the proposed Executive Board members will oversee portfolios critical to Gaza's stabilisation and long-term success. These include governance capacity-building, regional relations, reconstruction, investment attraction, large-scale funding, and capital mobilisation.

Prime Minister Modi has been invited by Trump to serve on the Gaza Peace Board.

However, countries that commit USD 1 billion would secure permanent seats on the board, while those that do not pay could still join for a three-year term.

- ANI

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Priya S
Inviting PM Modi is a recognition of India's growing global stature and our commitment to peace. However, we must be cautious. The UN system, for all its flaws, is a multilateral forum. A US-led board risks being seen as an extension of American foreign policy. Let's see the details.
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Rohit P
Trump is right about the UN's incompetence! Look at how they've handled conflicts for decades. Sometimes you need a fresh approach. If this new board can actually get things done in Gaza and bring stability, it's worth a try. Action matters more than old, slow bureaucracy.
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Sarah B
The $1 billion price tag for a permanent seat is shocking. It creates a two-tier system where only the richest nations have a lasting say. This isn't peacebuilding; it's auctioning influence. The focus should be on equitable representation and proven diplomatic skill, not deep pockets.
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Vikram M
As an Indian, I'm proud PM Modi is invited. It shows the world values our voice. India has always stood for peace and can play a crucial role in Gaza's reconstruction. But we must ensure our participation is strategic and brings tangible benefits for our global standing, not just a symbolic seat.
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Karthik V
The idea has merit, but the execution sounds flawed. You can't fix the UN's problems by creating a parallel, pay-to-play club. Real peace needs inclusivity and trust, not a boardroom of donors. Hope India uses its position to steer this towards more genuine multilateral cooperation. 🤞

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