Trump withdraws Canada's invite to 'Board of Peace'

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete January 23, 2026 at 06:16 AM

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Donald Trump withdrew Canada's invitation to join his newly formed "Board of Peace," an international organization aimed at resolving conflicts. The decision, announced on Truth Social, follows Prime Minister Mark Carney's warning of a potential "rupture" in the US-led global order and Canada's indication that it would not pay the $1 billion membership fee. While about 35 nations have reportedly joined, including Argentina, Belarus, and Saudi Arabia, major powers like China, France, Russia, and the UK have not committed, with some expressing concerns about the board's scope, the inclusion of Vladimir Putin, and its potential to supplant the UN. The EU is willing to work with the board in Gaza. Trump would be chairman for life.

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Russia 30% Ukraine 30% Israel 40% Hamas 40% Gaza ×250% UN ×250% European Union 60% Antonio Costa ×260% United States ×270% Mark Carney ×270% Canada ×480% Donald Trump ×790%

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