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Trump Convenes First Peace Board Meeting Amid Lingering Gaza Uncertainties

  The U.S. Institute of Peace building prepares to host U.S. President Donald Trump's first Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 18, 2026. As President Donald Trump prepares to chair the inaugural meeting of the newly formed Board of Peace, the gathering is already drawing global attention due to unresolved questions surrounding the ongoing humanitarian and political crisis in Gaza. The board, created to advise on conflict resolution and long‑term stability initiatives, is expected to face immediate scrutiny over how it will address the region’s fragile cease-fire and the stalled negotiations between Israeli and Palestinian representatives. Officials close to the administration have signaled that the meeting will focus on establishing the board’s priorities, though observers note that the situation in Gaza looms large over any discussion of regional peace. Humanitarian groups continue to raise alarms about access to aid, reconstruction challenges, and the un...

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Police Investigate Threatening Letter Sent to Australia’s Largest Mosque Ahead of Ramadan

 

                                            File photo: Lakemba Mosque in Sydney

Australian authorities have launched an investigation after a threatening letter was delivered to the nation’s largest mosque just days before the start of Ramadan. The message, received by the Lakemba Mosque in Sydney, reportedly contained hostile language and raised concerns among community leaders about the safety of worshippers during the holy month.

The mosque, a central hub for Australia’s Muslim population, is expected to welcome thousands of visitors throughout Ramadan. Community representatives have urged calm while emphasizing the importance of vigilance. Police have increased patrols around the site and are working to identify the sender.

Local officials condemned the incident, calling it an unacceptable act targeting a religious community during a significant period of reflection and prayer. Authorities have encouraged anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.


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