Board of Peace first meeting: What is known about organization at this point

February 20, 2026

TL;DR

The Board of Peace's primary focus is resolving the conflict in the Gaza Strip.
The first meeting in Washington on February 19 will announce over $5 billion for Gaza's restoration.
Member countries are committing personnel to an International Stabilization Force and Local Police.
The United States plans to present a restoration plan and discuss the formation of an international stabilization force.
Representatives from at least 20 world nations will attend the meeting.
Russia is ready to allocate $1 billion from its US-immobilized assets but has not yet decided on full participation.
Mexico will attend as an observer but will not join due to Palestine's absence.
The Holy See and France have raised concerns or will not participate.
The Board was established on January 22 on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos.
More than 50 countries are expected to join the Board of Peace.
Membership on the board is limited to three years, with an option for permanent membership for a $1 billion fee.
The actual powers of the Board of Peace remain unclear, and it cannot replace the United Nations.

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