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Washington: Board convenes to coordinate Gaza reconstruction

PUBLISHED Feb 19, 2026, 12:21 AM ET

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WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump hosted the inaugural Board of Peace meeting Thursday, gathering representatives from over two dozen countries to coordinate Gaza reconstruction and security. Members pledged roughly $5 billion overall, while nine countries later pledged $7 billion and the United States announced a $10 billion pledge; leaders also committed thousands of personnel for an international stabilization and police force. Attendees emphasized rebuilding Rafah as a deployment focal point amid a fragile ceasefire. The board stems from Trump’s 20-point peace plan and will seek additional funding and operational details in coming weeks. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Najma A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Board of Peace concept developed under Trump as part of a 20-point peace plan (pre-meeting).
Feb. 15: Trump said more than $5 billion had been pledged by member states.
Feb. 19: Trump convened the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington.
At the meeting nine countries pledged $7 billion and the U.S. announced a $10 billion pledge.
Countries committed thousands of personnel and identified Rafah as an initial deployment focus.

News Intelligence

This reconstruction effort could stabilize Gaza, reducing global tensions. That means a safer world for you and your family. Keep an eye on updates: see if your country is contributing, and how.

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Articles Published:: 6
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Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 4
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 67%, Right 33%

Who Benefited

Donor states and the U.S. administration may gain diplomatic leverage, regional influence, and contractual opportunities through reconstruction and security commitments announced at the Board of Peace meeting.

Who Impacted

Gaza's civilian population continues to suffer from large-scale destruction, insufficient funding relative to the estimated $70 billion reconstruction need, and potential security risks during stabilization operations.