A billion-dollar requirement. A “Board of Peace.” And an unexpected invitation to the Pope. When President Donald Trump unveiled his proposal to form a new global peace body addressing conflicts like Gaza, he promised bold diplomacy and spiritual leadership at the highest level — but,
While nations like Israel, Russia, Hungary, Argentina, and Saudi Arabia signaled support, several European countries declined, and the Vatican ultimately refused as well, emphasizing that global conflicts should be handled through established institutions like the United Nations rather than a newly formed U.S.-led board. The decision revealed deeper divisions over how peace efforts should be structured — and what was reportedly said in response has fueled even more debate therefore,