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Trump vows $10 billion from U.S. for his Board of Peace, as he leans into global role

President Donald Trump expressed optimism for Gaza at Thursday's first meeting of the Board of Peace, which focused on the next steps in the fragile ceasefire.

NBC News - Top Stories - 21 minutes ago

Live updates: Trump delivers remarks in Georgia; Board of Peace holds inaugural meeting

Get live updates and the latest news as Trump's Board of Peace meets on Gaza, NBC News polling shows Minnesotans more sharply divided on immigration policy, and the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East on Iran continues.

NBC News - World - 21 minutes ago

Trump's first Board of Peace meeting to draw more than 20 countries: White House -- February 18, 2026

U.S. President is expected to announce that member states have pledged more than US$5-billion for reconstruction and humanitarian efforts in Gaza

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 hour ago

Trump's first Board of Peace meeting yields relief pledges, troop commitments for Gaza -- Yesterday

More than 40 countries and the European Union have confirmed they will send officials to Thursday’s meeting

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 hour ago

Trump to decide Iran strike over next 10 days -- President Trump hosted the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to discuss the future of Gaza. The president also provided a potential timeline for when the U.S. might launch a strike against Iran. Atlantic Council Vice President Matthew Kroenig joins with analysis.

President Trump hosted the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to discuss the future of Gaza. The president also provided a potential timeline for when the U.S. might launch a strike against Iran. Atlantic Council Vice President Matthew Kroenig joins with analysis.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Trump's Board of Peace flags billions in Gaza aid, as he gives Iran 10-day threat

The first meeting of US President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" has heard pledges of cash and troops to rebuild Gaza and maintain order there.

SBS - World - 1 hour ago

Trump hosts his first Board of Peace meeting with 'the greatest world leaders' in Washington

The meeting, which included $17 billion worth of pledges from world leaders to help rebuild Gaza, was the first for the international body created by President Trump.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Trump makes misleading peace claims as he addressed first Board of Peace meeting

Dozens of world leaders and national delegations met in Washington DC for the inaugural meeting of Donald Trump's Board of Peace.

Sky News - World - 1 hour ago

Without Palestinian voices, Board of Peace is 'control architecture'

Countries pledge $7bn for Gaza reconstruction and troops for an eventual 20,000-strong stabilisation force.

Aljazeera - US News - 1 hour ago

Indonesian leader signs trade deal with Trump while in Washington for the Board of Peace

Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto has signed a reciprocal trade agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump. It happened Thursday while Prabowo was in Washington to attend the first meeting of the

Lancaster Online - Business - 2 hours ago

Board of Peace Updates: Trump says Gaza war 'over' despite Israeli attacks

US President Trump will host the inaugural meeting of his so-called 'Board of Peace' in Washington, DC today.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Trump vows $10 billion from U.S. for his Board of Peace as he leans into global role

President Donald Trump expressed optimism for Gaza at Thursday's first meeting of the Board of Peace, which focused on the next steps in the fragile ceasefire.

NBC News - World - 2 hours ago

Trump's U.S. pledge of $10B to new Board of Peace fuels funding source questions

At the newly renamed Donald J. Trump United States Institute of Peace, President Donald Trump announced a massive $10 billion U.S. commitment to the Board of Peace (BoP). However, the Thursday announcement has since fueled questions in relation to where the money will be coming from specifically.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Donald Trump Tells Board of Peace He Likes Women, Not 'Young, Handsome' Men

President Donald Trump went off script during Board of Peace remarks, making an aside about Paraguayan President Santiago Peña’s youth and appearance.

Newsweek - World - 3 hours ago

Trump hosts 1st Board of Peace meeting, announces pledges for reconstruction-peacekeeper funding for Gaza

Five countries have committed ‌troops for an international security force for Gaza and U.S. President Donald Trump promised billions of dollars for reconstruction of the war-torn territory, on Thursday during the first meeting of his fledgling Board of Peace.

CBC News - World - 3 hours ago

Masked protesters arrested outside Trump's Board of Peace meeting

Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in downtown Washington, DC, outside Donald Trump’s Board of Peace event.

Aljazeera - US News - 4 hours ago

Middle Eastern funds are ready to invest tens of billions of dollars in Trump's Board of Peace — with one catch: sources

The Financial Times, citing sources close to the discussion, said the Wall Street powerhouse is exploring ways to handle financial operations for the board,

New York Post - Business - 4 hours ago

Countries on Board of Peace made commitments toward rebuilding Gaza

Get live updates and the latest news as Trump's Board of Peace meets on Gaza, NBC News polling shows Minnesotans more sharply divided on immigration policy, and the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East on Iran continues.

NBC News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Trump jokes about Nobel Prize at inaugural Board of Peace meeting, says Norway will host Gaza aid gathering

President Donald Trump joked about Nobel Prize hopes at a Board of Peace meeting, quipping he thought a Norway announcement meant he was finally getting the award.

Fox News - Politics - 5 hours ago

WATCH: Shehbaz Sharif 'sidelined' at Trump's 'Board of Peace' meet as Pakistan falters on Gaza -- 2 min read

Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ meeting on Thursday highlighted Islamabad’s waning diplomatic influence, as leaders from dozens of countries were prominently featured in the new peace initiative while Sharif cut a lonely figure

First Post - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Gaza relief funds, troops pledged at inaugural Board of Peace meeting

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday at the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace that nine participating members have committed a combined $7...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Trump Gets Pledges for Gaza Reconstruction and Troop Commitments at Inaugural Board of Peace Talks -- President Donald Trump announced at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting that nine members have agreed to pledge $7 billion...

President Donald Trump announced at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting that nine members have agreed to pledge $7 billion toward a Gaza relief package and five countries have agreed to deploy troops as part of an international stabilization force for the war-battered Palestinian territory.

Military.com - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

'Board of Peace' members commit $7bn to Gaza relief, US pledges further $10bn

Police recruitment is underway in the enclave, but reconstruction cannot begin until Hamas disarms, board says

Middle East Eye - US News - 6 hours ago

Trump announces billions of dollars in Gaza aid at Board of Peace meeting

US President Donald Trump announces pledges to a Gaza reconstruction fund during first meeting of his Board of Peace.

Aljazeera - World - 6 hours ago

Trump's Board of Peace Holds First Meeting; Former Prince Andrew Arrested Over Epstein Ties

President Donald Trump marked an important foreign policy feat with the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace. Trump spoke of rebuilding Gaza and talks w...

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza: Who is in and who is out? -- EXPLAINER

Around two dozen nations are joining Trump’s new Gaza Board of Peace, while major Western countries have declined or limited participation

Russia Today - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

US general reveals make-up of Gaza peacekeeping force

Several governments are ready to deploy peacekeepers to Gaza, US Major-General Jasper Jeffers has said during the ‘Board of Peace’ meeting

Russia Today - World - 6 hours ago

'We are surprised': France on European Commission presence at Board of Peace -- 1 min read

“Regarding the European Commission and its participation, in reality we are surprised because it does not have a mandate from the Council to go and participate,” said French Foreign Ministry spokesman Pascal Confavreux

First Post - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Trump announces $10 billion donation to Board of Peace

That is double the $5 billion total that other nations have given to his new endeavor.

New York Post - Politics - 7 hours ago

Trump tells Board of Peace he'll decide on bombing Iran within 10 days

Amid growing expectations of war with Iran, the Board of Peace announced five nations led by Indonesia had agreed to commit troops to an International Stabilisation Force in Gaza.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

White House hits back at Zelensky after 'difficult' peace talks end in two hours

President says military discussed issues seriously but ‘sensitive political matters’ not addressed properly

Independent UK - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza: Who is in and who is out?

Around two dozen nations are joining Trump’s new Gaza Board of Peace, while major Western countries have declined or limited participation

Russia Today - World - 7 hours ago

Trump says U.S. will contribute $10 billion to Board of Peace -- President Trump made the announcement during the first meeting of his Board of Peace, although the funding source is unclear.

President Trump made the announcement during the first meeting of his Board of Peace, although the funding source is unclear.

CBS News - US News - 7 hours ago

Ukraine war live: White House hits back at Zelensky after 'difficult' peace talks

President says military discussed issues seriously but ‘sensitive political matters’ not addressed properly

Independent UK - Politics - 7 hours ago

UAE pledges $1.2b to support Gaza through Peace Board -- m read

The UAE commits $1.2 billion to aid Gaza through the Board of Peace, a US-led initiative chaired by President Trump, aiming to bolster stability and reconstruction efforts in the region.

Gulf News - World - 7 hours ago

News footage appears to show Trump dozing during Board of Peace meeting

Over the course of the meeting, Trump appeared to be fighting sleep and at times looked to nod off.

Boston Globe - Politics - 7 hours ago

Trump says US to give $10 bn to new 'Board of Peace'

President Donald Trump on Thursday announced $10 billion in U.S. funding for the "Board of Peace," his Gaza stability push that has largely been snubbed by the Western democracies that normally back Washington's initiatives.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 7 hours ago

Trump gets pledges for Gaza reconstruction and troop commitments at inaugural Board of Peace talks

President Donald Trump announced Thursday at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting that nine members of the body have agreed to pledge $7 billion toward a Gaza relief package. The

Lancaster Online - World - 8 hours ago

Trump tells first Board of Peace meeting $7bn contributed to Gaza reconstruction fund

Critics warn that Board of Peace ambitions may exceed its Gaza mandate, raising geopolitical tensions

Irish Times - World - 8 hours ago

Trump threatens 'bad things will happen' to Iran ... in Board of Peace speech

President made bellicose remarks during a speech to commemorate next phase of Gaza peace deal

Independent UK - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump holds first Board of Peace meeting in D.C., calling it 'one of the most important and consequential things' he's done

President Donald Trump has gathered with representatives from more than two dozen countries for the inaugural meeting of his Board of Peace at the newly renamed Donald J. Trump U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

47 Countries Expected to Join First Trump Board of Peace Meeting

President Donald Trump is expected to chair the first meeting of the Board of Peace, an organization established to help stabilize Gaza.

Breitbart - Politics - 9 hours ago

Trump's Gaza Board of Peace: Terror Sponsor Pakistan Joins Summit | Firspost America

US President Donald Trump is today hosting the inaugural summit of his newly formed Board of Peace in Washington. The body was created after the October Gaza ceasefire talks with Qatar and Egypt and is aimed at overseeing Gaza reconstruction, raising over $5 billion in aid, and advancing plans to disarm Hamas. It will also discuss launching an international stabilization force for Gaza’s security. However, the structure of the board is controversial.

First Post - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

What is Trump's 'Board of Peace' and which countries are members?

Member states would be limited to three-year terms unless they pay $1 billion each

Independent UK - US News - 11 hours ago

World leaders, officials attend inaugural Board of Peace meeting in US

The inaugural Board of Peace meeting is set to take place in Washington DC, with the aim of rebuilding Gaza following the Israel-Hamas war. The gathering comes amid a fragile ceasefire and growing global scepticism over the board's goals. US President Donald Trump is set to announce a multi-billion dollar pledge by mem

Channel NewsAsia - World - 11 hours ago

The Latest: Trump convenes his Board of Peace

President Donald Trump convenes his Board of Peace Thursday with representatives from more than 40 countries and observers from a dozen more. The inaugural meeting's focus is reconstruction and …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Zelensky ends 'difficult' Ukraine peace talks, accuses Russia of stalling

Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva ended on Wednesday after only two hours, with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy describing them as 'difficult' and accusing Russia of deliberately delaying progress toward a deal to end the four-year-old war.

The Globe and Mail - World - 13 hours ago

Authoritarians, strongmen and dictators: Who is on Donald Trump's Board of Peace?

Representatives of repressive regimes from around the world are flying to Washington for the inaugural meeting of the body

Irish Times - World - 15 hours ago

Europe -- Ukraine peace talks with Russia and US fall apart in less than two hours

Hopes of a Ukraine peace deal appeared as far away as ever on Wednesday, when crunch talks with Moscow and Washington ended in less than two hours.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Ukraine peace talks with Russia and US fall apart in less than two hours

Hopes of a Ukraine peace deal appeared as far away as ever on Wednesday, when crunch talks with Moscow and Washington ended in less than two hours.

Independent.ie - World - 19 hours ago

Ukraine live: White House hits out at Zelensky after peace talks stall

President says military discussed issues seriously but ‘sensitive political matters’ not addressed properly

Independent UK - World - 19 hours ago

Trump to Host Representatives From More Than 40 Countries in First Board of Peace Meeting

The president announced that member nations will pledge a combined $5 billion towards Gaza reconstruction and aid at the group’s first meeting on Thursday.

Epoch Times - US News - 22 hours ago

Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza to hold first meeting in Washington

Despite billions raised for reconstruction, critics question how results can be achieved when Israel is still killing Palestinians in air strikes

Middle East Eye - World - 1 day ago

U.S. Tells Board of Peace Members to Disclose Financial Commitment to Rebuilding Gaza

The Draft Resolution Expected to Be Signed Thursday Says 'The Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Activities of the Board Shall Be Dedicated Solely to Those Who Regard Gaza as Their Home and Place of Residence' in a Nod to Trump's 'Gaza Riviera' Statement

Haaretz - US News - 1 day ago

UN Security Council moves up session on Gaza, West Bank ahead of Trump's inaugural Board of Peace meeting

The U.N. Security Council will hold a high-level meeting on Gaza’s fragile ceasefire and expanding Israeli operations in the West Bank, shifted earlier to avoid clashing with President Trump’s inaugural Board of Peace meeting.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine peace talks with Russia and US fall apart in under two hours

Ukraine tempered expectations going into Geneva talks as Kyiv and Moscow remain far apart on the key issue of territory

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Trump's Board of Peace meets for first time – but can it deliver for Gaza?

‘It’s going to be the most prestigious board ever formed,’ says Donald Trump

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Trump's Board of Peace to Host Inaugural Meeting of Member States: What to Know

Member nations have pledged more than $5 billion toward Gaza humanitarian and reconstruction efforts, including committing thousands of personnel to security.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

'Difficult' peace talks spotlight Putin's chief negotiator and Ukraine antagonist

To many in Ukraine and outside observers of the war, the lack of progress in U.S.-led negotiations should be no surprise, given the man leading the Kremlin's team in Geneva.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Trump knows Russia isn't ready for peace - but he 'doesn't care' | Michael Clarke Ukraine Q&A

Defence analyst Professor Michael Clarke is here with presenter Mark Austin to go through your Ukraine war questions. Watch and follow live below.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Gene Hackman's 'protective' wife helped actor find peace away from Hollywood during final days, friends say

One year after Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa's deaths in Santa Fe, friends reveal how the couple's privacy and devotion shaped their final days.

Fox News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Trump's Board of Peace meets: Who's in, who's out, what's on the agenda?

Asian and Middle Eastern partners line up in Washington, while Europe tries to keep a distance.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

'Difficult' Ukraine Peace Talks End After Zelenskyy Accuses Russia Of Stalling

The talks came just days before the fourth anniversary of Russia's 2022 invasion of its much smaller neighbor.

Huffington Post - World - 1 day ago

Zelensky warns Ukrainians would never 'forgive' US for ceding major region to Russia as part of peace deal

"This is part of our country, all these citizens, the flag, the land," Zelensky said of the Donbas region.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

'Tense' peace talks: Moscow and Kyiv downplay chances of a truce

In a day of fast-moving diplomacy in Geneva, the US went from negotiating with Iran to mediating peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Observers say hopes for a breakthrough in the third round of trilateral talks remain low. Moscow described the negotiations as “tense” and Kyiv downplayed hopes of reaching a deal

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

Keir Starmer reiterates backing for Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to bring together Palestinian and Israeli officials in a push for progress.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Vatican refuses to participate in the Gaza 'Board of Peace'

ALBAWABA - Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's top diplomat, said the Vatican will not participate in the Gaza "Board of Peace" initiative launched b

Albawaba - World - 1 day ago

Jesse Jackson Gave Peace a Chance

The iconic civil rights leader, who has died at 84, made anti-war and pro-diplomacy politics central to his presidential bids and his lifelong activism.

The Nation - World - 2 days ago

Gaza reconstruction: Who has signed up to Trump's Board of Peace?

More than 20 countries including Israel, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Qatar have a seat - but traditional US allies like the UK, France and Canada are notable by their absence

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

Ukraine Must Reach a Deal With Russia Fast, Trump Says Ahead of Geneva Peace Talks

Delegations from the nations will meet in the Swiss city for the third round of trilateral talks aimed at ending the war.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Trump to Convene Board of Peace on Thursday in D.C.

Donald Trump will convene the newly minted Board of Peace in the nation's capital on Thursday to tout humanitarian and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Trump says 'Board of Peace' members pledged $5bn for Gaza reconstruction

US president says pledge will be formally made during the first meeting of the board on Thursday

Middle East Eye - US News - 3 days ago

Trump Says Board of Peace Member States Pledged Over $5 Billion to Gaza Reconstruction

Thursday's Board of Peace Summit in Washington Will Be the Council's First Gathering Since the Charter Signing Ceremony in Davos, Switzerland in January. In Addition to Financing, Trump Said That Board of Peace Member States Have Committed Thousands of Personnel to the International Stabilization Force and Local Police

Haaretz - US News - 4 days ago

Ukrainian drone strike sparks fires at Russian Black Sea port ahead of U.S.-brokered peace talks

A Ukrainian drone attack hit a Russian Black Sea port as diplomats prepare for fresh U.S.-brokered peace talks

Los Angeles Times - World - 4 days ago

Drone Strikes Kill 2 in Ukraine and Russia Ahead of US-Brokered Peace Talks in Geneva

The talks take place against a backdrop of continued fighting along the roughly 750-mile front line.

Military.com - US News - 5 days ago

EU leaders condemn Trump's Gaza 'Board of Peace' at Munich conference

European foreign policy chief says current body bypasses UN mandate that supported its creation

Middle East Eye - US News - 5 days ago

Trump Says Zelensky 'Has to Get Moving' on Peace Talks, Warns of 'Great Opportunity' as Russia Seeks Deal

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly pressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to accelerate the country's engagement in peace negotiations with Moscow.

International Business Times - World - 6 days ago

Mixed Signals Holding a Fragile Peace | Opinion

If the United States wants a durable peace in the Caucasus, it cannot speak in two voices.

Newsweek - Opinion - 7 days ago

Why the European Left Should Support Peace in Ukraine

Endorsing a negotiated settlement does not require the left to justify Russia’s invasion or advocate legal recognition of its territorial gains.

The Nation - World - 7 days ago

Ukraine and Russia to exchange hundreds of POWs after peace talks

Ukraine and Russia will exchange 157 prisoners each following peace talks that officials say were ‘productive’

Evening Standard - World - 14 days ago

Trump withdraws 'Board of Peace' invitation to Carney in widening rift

Trump said he has withdrawn the invitation to Canada to join the new Board of Peace, days after Carney warned against economic coercion by superpowers.

CNBC - Business - 24 days ago

Combating the climate crisis to promote peace in Mali

Between 1970 and 2020, the country experienced at least 40 major climate shocks, with drought affecting around 400,000 people each year and reducing crop revenues by US$9.5 million annually, according to the World Bank.

Global Voices - Environment - 28 days ago

A Boston veteran's 57-year journey to find peace -- Kevin Cullen shares the story of one Boston veteran who spent decades finding peace after a devastating experience in Vietnam.

Kevin Cullen shares the story of one Boston veteran who spent decades finding peace after a devastating experience in Vietnam.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 2 months ago

Starmer: 'Sooner or later' Russia must yield to peace

Leaders from Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada met virtually to discuss a proposed ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

Voice of America - Top Stories - 11 months ago