Summary
President Donald Trump announced that nine countries pledged $7 billion for Gaza's reconstruction at a Board of Peace meeting. The U.S. plans to contribute $10 billion, and five countries agreed to send troops as part of a stabilizing force for Gaza. The funds are part of a larger effort to restore peace and stability in the Palestinian region.
Key Facts
- Trump said nine countries pledged $7 billion for Gaza reconstruction.
- The U.S. will contribute $10 billion to the Board of Peace.
- Five countries, including Indonesia and Morocco, will send troops to a stabilization force in Gaza.
- Indonesia pledged to send up to 8,000 troops.
- Trump launched the Board of Peace to help resolve conflicts, starting with Gaza.
- Criticism arose because the Board includes Israeli representatives but not Palestinians.
- The plan includes building a new police force in Gaza.
- More than 40 countries and the EU attended the meeting, with some participating as observers.