Trump kicks off his ‘Board of Peace,’ as war clouds loom over Iran

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 19, 2026 at 06:06 PM
Trump kicks off his ‘Board of Peace,’ as war clouds loom over Iran

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President Trump launched the "Board of Peace" on Thursday in Washington, D.C., pledging $10 billion to the initiative. The institution, focused initially on rebuilding Gaza, was unveiled amidst rising tensions with Iran, including the deployment of US military assets to the region. Trump will retain veto power and leadership of the board, even after leaving office. Countries seeking permanent membership must contribute $1 billion. The initiative has faced criticism for its lack of transparency, and the source and allocation of the US funding remain unclear. The launch occurred at a renamed former US Institute of Peace building.

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