Trump's 'Board of Peace' Faces Global Scrutiny Amid U.N. Concerns

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to chair the first meeting of his 'Board of Peace' on Thursday, an initiative designed to tackle global conflicts. While some allies have supported the board, it faces criticism over potential challenges to the United Nations' established role.

Originally proposed to address the conflict in Gaza, the board intends to broaden its scope to other global conflicts, limiting member states to three-year terms unless substantial funding is provided for permanent membership. Key figures such as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and former U.K. Prime Minister Tony Blair have joined the executive board.

Despite the board's ambitious goals, several major powers, including Brazil, India, and China, have declined involvement, citing various reservations. Its establishment has sparked debate over the absence of a Palestinian voice and the inclusion of controversial countries, raising questions about its effectiveness and future impact.