U.S. President Donald Trump has formally introduced a new diplomatic body focused on Gaza, appointing former British Prime Minister Tony Blair and former senior White House adviser Jared Kushner to serve on what is being described as the “Board of Peace.” The announcement adds definition to a wider post-conflict strategy that Trump has backed for the territory, including the development of a transitional Palestinian panel that would oversee administrative functions in Gaza until a long-term political arrangement emerges.
Ceasefire Moves Into Next Stage
The appointments come as the Gaza ceasefire, already in force for several weeks, shifts into a new transitional phase. Reports from multiple outlets indicate this stage follows the successful implementation of the initial ceasefire conditions. While the duration of the new phase has not been made public, diplomats view the timing as an indication that broader negotiations are gaining structure.
Proposed Transitional Governance
Trump has repeatedly signaled support for a governance framework that would operate during the interim period following the conflict. Under the concept outlined in recent statements, a transitional Palestinian panel would manage key administrative obligations on the ground, while the Board of Peace would serve as an external advisory and diplomatic instrument. Details on how authority would be divided between the panel and the board have not yet been clarified, though aides describe the proposal as part of a path toward regional stabilization.
International Context and Reaction
The creation of the board was widely reported across major international news outlets between January 15 and 16, with particular attention given to the involvement of Blair, a seasoned figure in Middle East diplomacy, and Kushner, who played a prominent role in Trump-era regional negotiations. The ceasefire update was reported separately and provided additional context to the unfolding diplomatic initiative.
Although specifics of the post-ceasefire transition remain fluid, analysts note that the combination of on-the-ground governance discussions and high-level diplomatic appointments marks one of the most defined U.S.-linked proposals regarding Gaza’s administrative future since the end of the recent conflict.
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