President Donald Trump returned to the stage at Davos on Thursday morning to officially launch his Gaza Board of Peace, joined by the board’s newly announced members, mostly from the Middle East and South America
Trump said he was honored to serve as chairman of what he described as “one of the most consequential bodies ever created.”
Notably absent were leaders from Western Europe. The U.K. had expressed concerns over the potential involvement of Russian President Vladimir Putin, who, despite being invited, is reportedly still considering participation.
Earlier this week, Trump had sparked controversy by suggesting his board “might” replace the United Nations. He later clarified that the board would work alongside the UN, describing it as having “tremendous potential with the United Nations.” He added: “We’ll work with many others, including the U.N.” The UN adopted the U.S.-sponsored resolution establishing the board in November.
Speaking about Gaza, Trump said the Israel-Hamas war is “really coming to an end” but issued a warning to Hamas, calling on the group to disarm. Referring to Hamas members as “people born with rifles in their hands,” he said: “They have to give up their weapons, and if they don’t do that, it’s going to be the end of them.” He also called for the release of the final deceased Israeli hostage, Ran Gvili.
Trump described Gaza’s location as strategic, saying: “I said look at this location on the sea. People that are living so poorly are going to be so well, but it all began with the location.”
The announcement of the Board of Peace follows last week’s launch of Phase Two of the Gaza ceasefire plan by Trump’s Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, which focuses on “demilitarization, technocratic governance, and reconstruction.” Phase One faced challenges due to Hamas not handing over the final deceased hostage and Israeli airstrikes in October.
The board will oversee the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), headed by Ali Shaath, a former deputy minister in the Palestinian Authority, which will manage daily rebuilding efforts.
Trump also highlighted his international achievements during his speech, praising the “unrivalled skill set of the U.S. Military” and citing last year’s strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. He also referenced his recent Venezuela operation, which resulted in the capture of former President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
Regarding the board, Trump described the signatories as “great people, great leaders,” saying the organization is already “running beautifully.”
Board of Peace Members Announced Thursday:
- Argentina: President Javier Milei
- Armenia: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan
- Azerbaijan: President Ilham Aliyev
- Bahrain: Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa
- Bulgaria: Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov (caretaker)
- Hungary: Prime Minister Viktor Orban
- Indonesia: President Prabowo Subianto
- Jordan: Deputy Prime Minister Ayman Safadi
- Kazakhstan: President Kassym‑Jomart Tokayev
- Kosovo: President Vjosa Osmani
- Mongolia: Prime Minister Gombojavyn Zandanshatar
- Morocco: Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita
- Pakistan: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
- Paraguay: President Santiago Pena
- Qatar: Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani
- Saudi Arabia: Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al‑Saud
- Turkey: Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan
- United Arab Emirates: Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority Khaldoon Al Mubarak
- Uzbekistan: President Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev
The board is expected to provide oversight and strategic guidance for Gaza’s reconstruction while coordinating with international partners.
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