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Israel Gets a Seat at the Peace Table
Jerusalem, IsraelMonday, January 19, 2026
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Key Points:
- Israel invited to join President Trump's new "Board of Peace."
- Purpose: Help resolve global conflicts.
- Uncertainty: Israel's response to the invitation remains unclear.
Background
- Initiation: Idea proposed last year to address Gaza conflict.
- Expansion: Now aims to tackle global issues beyond Gaza.
Israel's Concerns
- Leadership: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expresses dissatisfaction.
- Gaza Executive Board: Smaller group within the Peace Board.
- Disagreements: Netanyahu opposes members from Turkey and Qatar.
- Turkey: Presence in Gaza.
- Qatar: Mediates between Israel and Hamas.
White House Perspective
- Goal: Enhance Gaza's safety and economic prosperity.
- Israel's Stance: Skeptical of the Gaza Board's effectiveness.
- Reasoning: Unspecified concerns regarding the board's approach.
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