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Nations React to Reported $1 Billion Fee for Trump’s Peace Board

  President Trump said the Peace Board 'will embark on a new approach to resolving global conflict'. Reports surrounding President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace have ignited global debate after claims surfaced that countries may be asked to contribute $1 billion to secure or maintain permanent membership. The board, envisioned as a body overseeing governance and reconstruction efforts in Gaza, would reportedly be chaired by Trump himself, who would hold authority over which nations are admitted. A draft charter circulating among diplomats outlines three‑year membership terms, renewable only with the chairman’s approval. It also suggests that nations contributing $1 billion within the first year could bypass term limits and secure a permanent seat. The White House has pushed back on the reports, calling them misleading and insisting that no mandatory membership fee exists. Officials acknowledged that major financial contributors could receive greater influence but ...

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Gaza Under Siege: Rafah Faces Intensified Israeli Airstrikes

 

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Israel has increased its airstrikes on the Gaza Strip’s Rafah region, resulting in the death of at least six Palestinians. The Israeli military has declared its intention to evacuate civilians from the border city and launch a full-scale assault, despite international warnings of potential mass casualties.

Key Points:

  • Airstrike Aftermath: Overnight airstrikes targeted Rafah, killing six, including a journalist, and resuming bombardment across Gaza.
  • Civilian Exodus: Warnings of an invasion have prompted some families to flee Rafah, though many remain uncertain of safe destinations.
  • Humanitarian Concerns: International pleas urge restraint to prevent a humanitarian disaster in Rafah, densely populated with displaced civilians.
  • Conflict Toll: The ongoing conflict, now in its seventh month, has resulted in over 34,000 Palestinian casualties and widespread displacement.

The situation remains tense as the international community calls for a de-escalation of violence and protection for the innocent caught in the crossfire. The war’s impact continues to devastate Gaza, raising fears of further humanitarian crises.

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