Trump Announces $5 Billion in Aid for Gaza from International Board of Peace Members
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump announced Sunday that members of the International Board of Peace have pledged more than $5 billion in aid to support humanitarian and reconstruction efforts in Gaza. The announcement came ahead of a formal meeting scheduled for February 19 at the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., where the funding commitments will be officially confirmed.
Chartered in January, the Board of Peace currently includes nearly 20 countries united in their goal to stabilize Gaza through financial aid and security support. In a post on Truth Social, President Trump emphasized the scale and importance of the pledge, stating that member states have also committed thousands of personnel to the International Stabilization Force and local police efforts to maintain security and peace for Gazans.
“Very importantly, Hamas must uphold its commitment to full and immediate demilitarization,” Trump wrote, underscoring a key condition tied to the aid. The Board of Peace aims to become a consequential international body, with Trump expressing honor in serving as its chairman.
The pledge arrives amid ongoing humanitarian challenges in Gaza, where infrastructure damage and civilian needs remain critical. International aid efforts have increasingly focused on rebuilding essential services and supporting local governance to foster long-term stability. The United States has historically played a significant role in Middle East peace and aid initiatives, often coordinating with international partners through forums such as the United Nations and specialized agencies.
President Trump’s announcement aligns with broader U.S. foreign policy interests in promoting peace and security in the region. The involvement of the Board of Peace, a newly established multilateral group, signals a concerted effort to mobilize international resources and personnel toward Gaza’s recovery.
The upcoming meeting in Washington will likely detail the specific allocations of the $5 billion pledge and outline the operational framework for the International Stabilization Force. This force is expected to work alongside local authorities to ensure safety and order, a critical component given the complex security environment.
For further context on U.S. foreign aid and international peacekeeping efforts, resources such as the U.S. Department of State’s Foreign Assistance program and the United Nations Peacekeeping operations provide extensive background.
The Board of Peace’s initiative also intersects with global humanitarian standards overseen by organizations like the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, which coordinates relief efforts in conflict zones including Gaza.
As the situation in Gaza continues to evolve, the international community’s response, led in part by this new coalition, will be closely watched. The success of the pledged aid and stabilization efforts will depend on cooperation among member states, adherence to demilitarization commitments, and the ability to navigate the region’s complex political landscape.
More information about the Board of Peace and its upcoming meeting can be found through official channels such as the U.S. Department of State. The pledge marks a significant development in international efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and represents a notable chapter in President Trump’s foreign policy agenda.
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