UK not ready to sign up to Donald Trump’s ‘board of peace’, says Yvette Cooper

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Alexandra Topping Political correspondentJanuary 22, 2026 at 10:46 AM

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UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper announced that Britain will not sign onto Donald Trump's "board of peace" initiative on Thursday, citing concerns about Russian involvement and broader legal issues. The board, unveiled at the World Economic Forum in Davos, aims to oversee a ceasefire and reconstruction in Gaza, though critics see it as undermining existing international bodies. Cooper stated that the UK supports Trump's Gaza plan but has reservations about the treaty's scope and Vladimir Putin's participation, given the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. While Trump claims Putin accepted an invitation to join, the Kremlin is seeking clarification. Several countries, including Saudi Arabia and Israel, have expressed interest in joining the board, which already includes figures like Tony Blair and Jared Kushner. Trump is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Davos.

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