President Donald Trump has invited the presidents of Egypt, Turkey, and Argentina to join his newly created “Gaza Board of Peace,” a move aimed at advancing his 20-point peace plan for the region.
Argentinian President Javier Milei confirmed that he had accepted the invitation, sharing the offer letter from Trump on the social media platform X. Milei described the invitation as an honour and said Argentina stands with countries confronting terrorism and promoting peace.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has also received an invitation, confirmed by Egypt’s foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty. The Egyptian president is reviewing the offer, which Trump detailed in a letter shared on Truth Social. The letter referenced the possibility of U.S.-mediated negotiations between Egypt and Ethiopia over Nile River disputes.
Turkey’s communications director confirmed that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received a letter from Trump inviting him to participate as a founding member of the Peace Council. The council, endorsed by the United Nations, will oversee security and reconstruction efforts in Gaza, according to the Turkish official.
Other key figures invited to join the Gaza Executive Board include Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Egypt’s General Intelligence Chief Hassan Rashad, and politicians from Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bulgaria, and the Netherlands.
Trump will chair the executive board, joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Whitkoff, and his son-in-law Jared Kushner. The board will also include former U.K. Prime Minister Tony Blair, World Bank President Ajay Banga, and business leaders Robert Gabriel and Marc Rowan.
In a statement shared online, Tony Blair called the board’s creation “a massive step forward.” He added that it provides hope for the people of Gaza for a safer future while reassuring Israelis that their security will be respected.
The Gaza Peace Board represents a high-profile international effort to stabilise the region and coordinate reconstruction and security initiatives following years of conflict. Its formation highlights Trump’s continued role in foreign diplomacy and his focus on building multinational support for regional peace initiatives.
The initiative comes amid ongoing tensions in Gaza, where reconstruction needs remain urgent, and international mediation is seen as a potential path to lasting stability. The board aims to combine political, security, and economic expertise to address both immediate and long-term challenges in the region.
By including global leaders and recognised figures in finance and diplomacy, the board seeks to foster international cooperation and promote transparency in reconstruction efforts. The creation of the board also signals a coordinated effort to align the policies of multiple countries toward lasting peace in Gaza.
Trump’s announcement and the participation of founding members from three continents mark a significant development in U.S.-led diplomacy for the region. Officials say the board will hold regular meetings to monitor the progress of its peace and reconstruction objectives, while also guiding local authorities in Gaza.
As the board begins its work, attention will focus on its ability to navigate complex political dynamics, secure funding, and support security measures while promoting economic recovery and infrastructure rebuilding. The success of the Gaza Peace Board could serve as a model for future international conflict resolution efforts.
The involvement of high-profile leaders and financial experts underscores the importance of global coordination in achieving peace and stability in conflict zones, starting with Gaza. The board’s early decisions and collaborative efforts are expected to shape the region’s trajectory in the coming months and years.
