WASHINGTON / GAZA: US President Donald Trump has announced the formation of a Gaza Peace Board to supervise and manage interim governance in the region following the recent ceasefire.
According to international news agencies, the board will be primarily composed of American members, with Trump personally overseeing its operations.
President Trump has also formally invited Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to join the board as a founding member.
Turkey’s presidential office confirmed receipt of the invitation, which highlights Turkey’s potential role in post-conflict peace, interim governance, and reconstruction efforts in Gaza. Erdoğan has yet to respond and is reportedly consulting with his advisors.
Despite close ties with Trump, Erdoğan has been a strong critic of Israel, frequently condemning its operations in Gaza as human rights violations, a stance that has previously complicated Turkey’s involvement in Gaza affairs.
In addition, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has also received an invitation to join the Gaza Peace Board. Egypt’s foreign ministry stated that the proposal is under careful review, considering all relevant aspects before making a decision.
The White House stated that the board’s formation comes in the wake of a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Its mandate includes monitoring interim governance, restoring security and public order, ensuring equitable distribution of humanitarian aid, facilitating reconstruction and economic recovery, and developing a framework for future political administration in Gaza.
Under U.S. President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace plan, the governance of Gaza will be managed by a newly formed Gaza Peace Board, replacing Hamas’s administrative role.
The board will include international leaders and experts to oversee transitional governance and implement the peace plan.
According to global news agencies, President Trump announced the members of the Gaza Peace Board, marking the second phase of the Gaza peace initiative. Trump has appointed himself as chairman of the board, taking responsibility for guiding transitional governance and advancing the peace plan.
Notable International Members
Sir Tony Blair, former UK Prime Minister (1997–2007), will serve as an international board member.
US Senator Marco Rubio, a close Trump ally, has been appointed as a member to play a key role in administrative oversight.
Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law and special envoy, is included as a board member.
Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special envoy for Middle East peace, will also participate in the board.
Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank, will provide guidance on international financial support and investment strategies.
Mark Rowan, CEO of Apollo Global Management, will handle economic development, investment, and financial assistance matters.
Robert Gabirel, U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor, will serve as security adviser for strategic and security affairs in Gaza.
Nikole Miladinov, former Bulgarian diplomat and UN Special Representative for the Middle East, will act as a liaison between the board and international committees.
Palestinian Leadership
Dr. Ali Shath, a prominent Palestinian technocrat, has been appointed head of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, tasked with daily administration, restoring essential services, and rebuilding institutions.
Executive Board and International Cooperation
An additional Gaza Executive Board has been formed, including international Muslim and Israeli figures:
Hakan Fidan, Turkish Foreign Minister
Ali Al-Thawadi, Qatari diplomat
Gen. Hassan Rashid, Egypt’s intelligence chief
Reem Al-Hashimi, UAE Minister
Yakir Gabe, Israeli businessman
Segerdo Kaag, former Deputy Prime Minister of the Netherlands
This executive board will assist the Peace Board in governance, service delivery, and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
