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President Trump Announces $5 Billion Pledge for Gaza Reconstruction, International Stabilization Force
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that members of his newly created Board of Peace have pledged $5 billion toward rebuilding war-ravaged Gaza and committed thousands of personnel to international stabilization and police forces for the territory.
The pledges will be formally announced when board members gather in Washington on Thursday for their first meeting, according to Trump, who made the announcement from West Palm Beach, Florida.
“The Board of Peace will prove to be the most consequential International Body in History, and it is my honor to serve as its Chairman,” Trump stated in a social media post revealing the commitments.
While Trump did not specify which member nations were making the financial pledges or personnel commitments, Indonesia has emerged as the first country to offer concrete support. Indonesia’s military announced Sunday that up to 8,000 of its troops are expected to be ready by the end of June for potential deployment to Gaza as part of a humanitarian and peace mission.
Rebuilding Gaza represents a monumental challenge. The Palestinian territory has been devastated by more than two years of Israeli bombardment, with few areas left unscathed. The United Nations, World Bank and European Union have estimated reconstruction costs at approximately $70 billion – far exceeding the current pledges announced by Trump.
The October 10 U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas attempted to halt the prolonged conflict that has devastated the region. While the most intense fighting has subsided, sporadic violence continues, with Israeli forces carrying out periodic airstrikes and maintaining military-held zones where Palestinians face ongoing restrictions and occasional gunfire.
A key provision of the ceasefire deal calls for an international stabilization force to maintain security and ensure Hamas is disarmed – a critical demand from Israel. However, the international community has shown limited enthusiasm for participating in such a force, making Indonesia’s troop commitment particularly significant.
The Board of Peace, initially conceived as a mechanism focused specifically on resolving the Israel-Hamas conflict, has evolved into an entity with broader ambitions. Trump appears to be positioning it as an alternative forum for addressing global crises, potentially circumventing the United Nations and reshaping the post-World War II international order.
This approach has met with skepticism from many traditional U.S. allies, particularly in Europe, with several nations declining to join what they perceive as a potential rival to the UN Security Council. It remains unclear how many of the board’s more than 20 members will attend Thursday’s inaugural meeting in Washington.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who held talks with Trump at the White House last week, is not expected to attend the gathering.
Trump confirmed that the meeting will take place at the U.S. Institute of Peace, which the State Department announced in December was being renamed the Donald J. Trump U.S. Institute of Peace. This facility has become the subject of ongoing litigation from former employees and executives after the Republican administration seized control of the nonprofit think tank last year and terminated almost all staff members.
As the Board of Peace prepares for its first formal meeting, questions remain about how its initiatives will be implemented, coordinated with existing international aid efforts, and received by parties on both sides of the conflict. The success of both the Gaza reconstruction efforts and the proposed stabilization force will depend heavily on sustained international support and cooperation from regional stakeholders.
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While any efforts to provide aid and reconstruction in Gaza are welcome, it remains to be seen if this initiative can achieve lasting peace and stability in the region.
The involvement of the newly created Board of Peace will be crucial in ensuring the funds are used effectively and transparently.
A $5 billion pledge for Gaza reconstruction is significant, but the true test will be in the execution and long-term impact. Cautiously optimistic about this development.
The role of the international stabilization force will be key in maintaining security and ensuring the aid reaches those who need it most.
Rebuilding Gaza will certainly be a monumental challenge, as the article notes. Curious to see the details of how this $5 billion pledge will be allocated and implemented.
The commitment of troops from Indonesia is an encouraging sign of international cooperation, but the overall success will depend on coordinated efforts.
While any efforts to provide aid and rebuild Gaza are welcome, the track record of past reconstruction initiatives raises concerns about the effective use of these funds.
The involvement of the Board of Peace and an international stabilization force could help address these challenges, but their success will depend on transparent and accountable implementation.
Rebuilding Gaza is a daunting task, and this $5 billion pledge is a step in the right direction. However, past reconstruction efforts have struggled with implementation and corruption issues.
Hopefully, the involvement of the Board of Peace and the international stabilization force can help overcome these challenges and deliver tangible results for the Palestinian people.
Interesting development regarding Gaza reconstruction. Remains to be seen how effective this $5 billion pledge will be in stabilizing the region and improving conditions for the Palestinian people.
The involvement of an international stabilization force could be crucial in ensuring the aid is distributed responsibly and effectively.
The announcement of $5 billion in Gaza reconstruction pledges is encouraging, but the details on how this funding will be utilized and monitored will be crucial.
The commitment of troops from Indonesia is a positive sign of international cooperation, but the overall success will depend on the coordination of all stakeholders.