Netanyahu and Azerbaijan Join Trump's 'Board of Peace', Sparking Questions and Concerns
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Azerbaijan have joined US President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace', a move that has raised eyebrows and sparked debates. The board, initially conceived as a small group of world leaders to oversee the Gaza ceasefire plan, has now expanded to include dozens of nations, with Trump suggesting it will mediate global conflicts.
Netanyahu's office initially criticized the board's executive committee, which includes regional rival Türkiye, but has since agreed to join. Azerbaijan, which recently ended a decades-long war with Armenia over Nagorno-Karabakh, has also accepted Trump's invitation. The board's members include influential figures like US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
However, the board's composition and purpose remain unclear. Trump's suggestion that it might replace the United Nations has caused controversy. Some, like French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, argue against creating a new organization that would overshadow the UN. The board's role in Gaza's future, particularly in implementing the ceasefire agreement, is also under scrutiny, with questions about the involvement of Palestinian technocrats and the potential for international security forces.
As Trump travels to the World Economic Forum, the 'Board of Peace' continues to evolve, leaving many unanswered questions and concerns about its impact on global diplomacy and conflict resolution.
