US President Donald Trump said the Gaza Board of Peace is irreplaceable in achieving its goals and ensuring the United Nations remains effective. Speaking in Washington, Trump emphasized the board’s critical role in providing stability, governance, and reconstruction for Gaza’s people. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the inaugural session, highlighting Pakistan’s engagement in international peace efforts.
Addressing world leaders before the session at the United States Institute of Peace, Trump said countries have pledged over $7 billion for Gaza reconstruction. The US will contribute $10 billion, while FIFA will support projects with $75 million. He emphasized establishing a properly governed Gaza, ending extremism, and preventing the territory from becoming a hub for terrorism.
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Trump also noted that he would consult UN Secretary-General António Guterres to ensure the organization operates effectively. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs is raising $2 billion for Gaza, with China and Russia participating. He reiterated that sustainable peace in the region depends on strong multilateral frameworks like the Gaza Board of Peace, which includes key global nations.
On Iran, Trump said meaningful negotiations are ongoing and vowed that Iran would not be allowed nuclear weapons. He warned that regional peace depends on preventing Iran from developing atomic arms. Trump added that the next ten days will clarify Iran’s intentions and emphasized that Tehran must choose the path of peace or face consequences.
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Reflecting on past conflicts, Trump praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as a “great leader and fighter,” recalling his role in preventing escalation during the Pakistan-India conflict. He said he ended eight wars and nearly resolved a ninth, and highlighted the close ties forged with Sharif during joint efforts to avert war. Trump underscored that strong international partnerships remain essential for regional stability.