Trump Announces Major Gaza Reconstruction Pledges
U.S. President Donald Trump says members of the newly formed Board of Peace have pledged more than US $5 billion toward reconstruction and humanitarian efforts in the devastated Gaza Strip. He announced the commitments ahead of the board’s inaugural meeting in Washington later this week, saying the funds and support personnel will help with rebuilding and stabilizing the region.
What Is the Board of Peace?
The Board of Peace is a new international body created by Trump as part of his plan to support peace and reconstruction in Gaza. Members of the board are expected to pledge financial assistance and contribute personnel for international stabilization and policing efforts in the territory. The initiative is tied to a broader ceasefire and peace strategy focused on post-conflict recovery.
Trump has described the board as an ambitious effort to promote global stability, telling supporters that it could become “the most consequential international body in history.”
Details on Funding and Personnel
While Trump has not released full details of which nations are committing specific funds or resources, he says the pledged money will be formally announced at Thursday’s meeting in Washington. In addition to financial pledges, countries participating in the board have also signaled intentions to commit thousands of personnel to help with stabilization and policing missions in Gaza.
So far, one firm commitment confirmed by a participating country is Indonesia’s preparation to deploy up to 8,000 troops to support humanitarian and peace operations by mid-year.
Context: Gaza’s Reconstruction Needs
The pledge comes as part of global efforts to rebuild Gaza after years of conflict left much of the territory damaged or destroyed. Independent estimates from groups such as the United Nations, World Bank and European Union place the total cost of reconstruction at around US $70 billion, far above the initial pledges announced so far.
The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which took effect in October 2025, includes provisions for security and stabilization forces to help oversee peace and reconstruction efforts.
Participation and International Response
More than 20 countries and entities have reportedly joined the Board of Peace, but Western allies have been cautious about fully embracing the U.S.-led initiative, with some officials expressing concern that it might duplicate or compete with existing international bodies like the United Nations.
The board’s first official meeting where the pledges will be unveiled is expected to include world leaders and high-level representatives committed to post-war recovery, although participation by key traditional allies remains uncertain.
What Happens Next
The formal unveiling of the over $5 billion in pledges will take place during the inaugural Board of Peace summit in Washington, where members will seek to detail financial commitments and stabilization plans for Gaza. Officials say the board’s work aims to accelerate reconstruction, provide humanitarian aid, and support stability in the region following years of conflict.
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