Donald Trump claims that the world is now "richer, safer, and much more peaceful than it was just one year ago," as he launched his 'board of peace' initiative at a gathering in Davos. The US president stated that this new organization will be "one of the most consequential bodies ever created in the history of the world."
As part of its launch, officials used the occasion to lay out plans for implementing a ceasefire in Gaza and establishing a Palestinian-run administration. Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, unveiled a 100-day plan involving increased aid deliveries and infrastructure rehabilitation.
The board is chaired by Trump and includes several high-profile figures, including Tony Blair and Ajay Banga, former World Bank president. It aims to tackle conflicts worldwide through diplomatic means.
However, not everyone is optimistic about the new initiative's potential impact. Some Israeli officials are opposed to a unified Gaza, which could lead to renewed tensions in the region. Russia has also expressed skepticism, as its leader Vladimir Putin has not indicated any commitment to the plan.
Trump downplayed the board's possible replacement of the United Nations, saying it might be something "very unique for the world." When asked about replacing the UN with his new organization, Trump replied that it "might," sparking concern among diplomats.
Despite skepticism from some quarters, Trump claims that global conflicts have decreased under his leadership. He stated that a ceasefire in Gaza has largely brought down violence to "little fires," and said Hamas members were "born with rifles in their hands."
As part of its launch, officials used the occasion to lay out plans for implementing a ceasefire in Gaza and establishing a Palestinian-run administration. Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, unveiled a 100-day plan involving increased aid deliveries and infrastructure rehabilitation.
The board is chaired by Trump and includes several high-profile figures, including Tony Blair and Ajay Banga, former World Bank president. It aims to tackle conflicts worldwide through diplomatic means.
However, not everyone is optimistic about the new initiative's potential impact. Some Israeli officials are opposed to a unified Gaza, which could lead to renewed tensions in the region. Russia has also expressed skepticism, as its leader Vladimir Putin has not indicated any commitment to the plan.
Trump downplayed the board's possible replacement of the United Nations, saying it might be something "very unique for the world." When asked about replacing the UN with his new organization, Trump replied that it "might," sparking concern among diplomats.
Despite skepticism from some quarters, Trump claims that global conflicts have decreased under his leadership. He stated that a ceasefire in Gaza has largely brought down violence to "little fires," and said Hamas members were "born with rifles in their hands."
, sounds like just another one of his get out of doing anything free plans lol. newsflash donnie, the world has been at war since you've even been born and a ceasefire in gaza isnt exactly gonna change that 
. and another thing, whats with all these high profile people joining your 'board' like ajay banga? doesnt sound like its gonna make much of a difference to me 
. btw, cant believe trump thinks hes gonna make the world safer just by putting his face on a fancy board 
. and let's not forget, gaza has been a mess for years... how can one ceasefire just magically solve everything? 
meanwhile, i'm all for trying new approaches, but this feels like another example of someone trying to "fix" problems with a Band-Aid 
rather than addressing the root causes. and what's with the downplaying of the UN? that organization has been around for decades and has helped broker some pretty major peace deals 
. is trump really suggesting that his little board can do better? 
. The fact that Trump thinks he can just set up some high-profile board and magically make all these conflicts disappear is laughable 
. And what about the ceasefire in Gaza? A "little fires" 
? That's not exactly the most reassuring vision for global peace.
. I'll believe it when I see it 
the fact that he thinks the world is safer and more peaceful now just one year ago seems kinda out of touch. like, didn't we still be dealing with covid and stuff? also those little fires in gaza sound a bit scary...and what's up with him downplaying replacing the un with this new board? sounds like it could get messy 