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Trump announces billions of dollars in Gaza aid at Board of Peace meeting

Trump announces billions of dollars in Gaza aid at Board of Peace meeting

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.

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