Gaza author and analyst Jehad Abusalim on Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

Al JazeeraFiled 2026-02-15 · 13:17 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min

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In February 2026, UpFront interviewed Gaza author and policy analyst Jehad Abusalim about the situation in Gaza following the ceasefire. Despite the ceasefire, Israeli strikes continue, resulting in Palestinian casualties. The discussion centered on the United States President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" and its Gaza reconstruction plans. A key concern is the lack of Palestinian representation in the Board's leadership, raising questions about whether the plans will address the needs and perspectives of Gazans. Abusalim discussed the ongoing strikes, Trump's plans, and the future prospects for the territory, emphasizing the importance of Palestinian voices in shaping Gaza's future.

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The 'Board of Peace' has no Palestinians in its top leadership.

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Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” is pushing ahead with Gaza reconstruction plans.

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Israeli strikes continue more than a hundred days into Gaza’s ceasefire, killing hundreds of Palestinians.

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Gaza Palestinians will get a say in shaping their future.

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1 min read · 141 words

UpFrontGaza author Jehad Abusalim speaks to Marc Lamont Hill on Trump’s Board of Peace and whether Gaza Palestinians will get a say in shaping their future.More than a hundred days into Gaza’s ceasefire, Israeli strikes continue, killing hundreds of Palestinians.At the same time, United States President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” is pushing ahead with Gaza reconstruction plans – without any Palestinians in its top leadership – raising questions about whether meaningful change is possible without the voices of those most affected.So what comes next? Will Gaza Palestinians have any real say in shaping their own future?This week on UpFront, Marc Lamont Hill speaks with Jehad Abusalim, policy analyst and author of Light in Gaza: Writings Born of Fire, on the ceasefire, the ongoing Israeli strikes, Trump’s plans for Gaza, and what lies ahead for the territory.Published On 15 Feb 2026

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