President Trump boldly launches the Board of Peace, bypassing UN failures to secure Gaza reconstruction and Hamas disarmament on America’s terms.
Story Highlights
- Trump convenes 45 nations in Washington on February 19, 2026, excluding Hamas and UN powers for decisive action.
- At least $5 billion pledged, led by UAE and Kuwait at $1.2 billion each, prioritizing technocratic rebuilding.
- Board demands Hamas demilitarization as precondition for Palestinian statehood pathway.
- U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz declares old UN methods obsolete, advancing Trump-led peace.
- Israel joins, ensuring security amid fragile ceasefire and access hurdles.
Trump Convenes Inaugural Board Meeting
President Donald Trump gathered representatives from 45 nations for the first Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C., on February 19, 2026. At least 27 nations serve as official members. The board coordinates Gaza’s postwar reconstruction, deliberately excluding Palestinian political representation and permanent UN Security Council members except the United States. This structure favors U.S.-aligned partners like Gulf Arab states, rejecting globalist bureaucracies that prolonged conflicts.
Financial Pledges Signal Commitment to Rebuilding
Nations pledged at least $5 billion for Gaza reconstruction during the meeting. The United Arab Emirates and Kuwait each committed $1.2 billion, with Gulf Arab and Central Asian countries leading contributions. These funds target infrastructure and services, conditional on Hamas disarmament. Trump administration officials emphasize this technocratic approach avoids rewarding terrorism, aligning with conservative priorities of accountability and results over endless talks.
Israel joined the board last week, prioritizing Hamas demilitarization and security control. A ceasefire holds fragilely, with Israel opening the Rafah crossing partially. UN agencies evacuated 108 patients and returned 269 people, though missions face blocks from security risks or Israeli restrictions.
Stakeholders Align on Security-First Framework
U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz defended the board, stating old conflict resolution methods failed. Palestinian technocrats form a separate committee for administration, denied Gaza entry by Israel currently. Hamas exclusion enforces demilitarization linkage to statehood prospects. This power dynamic strengthens Israel and U.S. objectives, countering Hamas influence that fueled past violence.
Washington Institute analysts Dennis Ross and David Makovsky stress Hamas disarmament as pivotal. Success enables Palestinian self-determination; failure risks partition or renewed war under Hamas tyranny. The board sets a diplomatic precedent outside UN control, reflecting Trump’s vision for effective mediation.
Trump Hosts Inaugural 'Board of Peace' Meeting, Announces $10 Billion U.S. Contribution https://t.co/JZ4WcJdmnv Looks like the worthless United Nations org is bound for the trashcan & good riddance.
— Janet douglas (@Janetdougl69332) February 19, 2026
Challenges and Path Forward
Implementation hurdles persist, including technocrat access denial and inconsistent humanitarian flows amid Israeli strikes on Hamas threats. Ceasefire accusations continue between sides. Long-term, technocratic governance raises legitimacy questions without political inclusion, but ties statehood to disarmament upholds common-sense security. Regional shifts empower U.S. allies, promising stability over globalist overreach.
Gaza residents stand to gain from rebuilding, while Israel secures cost-sharing. Uncertainties remain on disbursement timelines and disarmament mechanisms, demanding vigilant progress monitoring.
