WATCH LIVE: Trump hosts first Board of Peace meeting as some U.S. allies remain skeptical

President Donald Trump will gather Thursday with representatives from more than two dozen countries that have joined his Board of Peace — and several that have opted not to — for an inaugural meeting that will focus on reconstruction and building an international stabilization force for war-battered Gaza, where a shaky ceasefire deal persists. The meeting marks a significant diplomatic initiative by the Trump administration aimed at addressing the humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian territory while establishing a new framework for international cooperation on peace efforts. Countries that have reportedly joined the Board include key Middle Eastern nations and European allies, though some traditional partners have expressed reservations about the approach, particularly regarding the timeline and implementation of Gaza reconstruction plans. The Board of Peace represents Trump's attempt to create a multilateral mechanism that bypasses traditional diplomatic channels, with the stated goal of achieving faster results in conflict resolution and post-war reconstruction.