Trump claims world ‘richer, safer’ than year ago at launch of his ‘board of peace’

January 22, 2026

TL;DR

Donald Trump launched his "board of peace" initiative at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
US and Palestinian officials outlined a plan for a ceasefire in Gaza and a Palestinian-run technocratic administration.
Jared Kushner presented a 100-day plan for Gaza, including increased aid and infrastructure rehabilitation.
The Rafah crossing from Gaza to Egypt is set to reopen next week for traffic in both directions.
The announcements may alarm the Israeli coalition, which opposes a unified and Palestinian-run Gaza.
Trump claimed the "board of peace" could work alongside the United Nations.
The UK stated it would not be signing up to the "board of peace" at the moment due to broader issues and concerns about Russian involvement.
Russia has not attended the World Economic Forum since invading Ukraine and is still consulting on the plan.

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