New Global Peace Council assumes oversight of UN functions amid $10 billion US commitment
President Donald Trump convened the inaugural meeting of the Peace Council, a new international body designed to spearhead the reconstruction and stabilization of the Gaza Strip. The United States has committed $10 billion to the initiative, while other member states pledged an additional $7 billion for humanitarian efforts.
The Council, composed of 27 member nations out of 60 invited, aims to establish a stabilization force and coordinate a transition committee for the war-torn territory. President Trump signaled that the Council would work to "ensure the United Nations functions properly," suggesting a new layer of oversight for the international organization.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the strategic necessity of the mission, stating that there is no alternative to the reconstruction plan. Rubio warned that a failure to implement this "Plan A" would inevitably lead to a return to conflict, urging international partners to secure a sustainable peace.
European interests were represented by Commissioner Dubravka Šuica, while Romanian President Nicușor Dan highlighted Bucharest’s ongoing humanitarian contributions. Romania has focused on medical evacuations, providing specialized treatment for children from Gaza in Romanian hospitals.
Geopolitical tensions remained high as President Trump noted that a definitive decision regarding Iran is expected within ten days. He reiterated the administration's firm stance that the Middle Eastern state will not be permitted to acquire nuclear weapons.
The event concluded with the signing of a formal memorandum, marking the second phase of the Trump administration's strategy for the Israel-Hamas conflict. Notably, Moldovan President Maia Sandu previously confirmed that Moldova was not invited to join the new Council.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
