Eight Nations Join Trump Board of Peace Gaza Initiative for Permanent Ceasefire

Eight nations across the Middle East and Asia have announced their commitment to join President Donald Trump’s "Board of Peace" for the Gaza Strip. The move, announced on January 21, 2026, aims to secure a permanent ceasefire and launch a massive reconstruction effort in the war-torn enclave.

Trump Board of Peace Gaza Members and Key Objectives

According to a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Indonesia, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar confirmed their participation. They've emphasized that the mission is grounded in the Palestinian right to self-determination and statehood under international law.

The board is a centerpiece of Trump's 20-point plan to end the conflict. High-profile members include Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. This group will oversee a technocratic committee tasked with managing day-to-day governance in Gaza.

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Internal Opposition and Humanitarian Realities

While the diplomatic front moves forward, Gaza residents remain skeptical. The involvement of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu—who faces an ICC warrant for alleged war crimes—has sparked outrage. Local resident Abu Ramzi al-Sandawi told Al Jazeera that Netanyahu is "the cause of this war," questioning his role in the peace process.

Violence hasn't fully ceased; since a ceasefire was brokered in October, at least 466 Palestinians have been killed in ongoing attacks. Observers note that the heavy presence of pro-Israel figures on the board may complicate its perception as a neutral mediator.