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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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Wall Street Slips as Investors Eye Jobs Data and Venezuela Oil Deal



U.S. stocks edged lower on Wednesday as investors paused to assess fresh labor‑market signals and the political implications of a new U.S.–Venezuela oil agreement.

The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all dipped slightly in early trading, easing back from recent highs. The pullback comes as traders await upcoming jobs data that could influence expectations for the Federal Reserve’s next moves. Signs of a cooling labor market have raised questions about how quickly policymakers may adjust interest rates in the months ahead.

Market attention also turned to President Trump’s newly announced oil deal with Venezuela, which includes a plan for the U.S. to receive tens of millions of barrels of crude under a tightly controlled arrangement. The agreement has added a fresh geopolitical layer to energy markets, contributing to a modest decline in oil prices as traders evaluate how the additional supply might affect global dynamics.

Despite the softer tone, equities remain near record levels, supported by strong corporate performance and continued enthusiasm around AI‑driven growth.


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