Trump's Board of Peace Pledges Billions for Gaza Reconstruction as World Leaders Gather
President Trump convened the inaugural meeting of his Board of Peace at the White House, pledging $10 billion in US support for Gaza reconstruction while international donors committed an additional $7 billion. FIFA president Gianni Infantino donned a red 'USA' hat during the ceremony. Though Trump declared it 'looks like' Hamas will disarm, the group shows signs of regrouping, and critics question how grandiose plans will translate into reality on the devastated ground.
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Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
— Matthew 5:9
The pursuit of peace in war-torn regions is a calling that echoes Scripture. Whether this initiative bears lasting fruit depends on whether the peacemaking goes beyond pledges to genuine reconciliation and justice for the suffering.