$17 billion in pledges anchor new initiative
The first summit of President Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace concluded with major financial commitments aimed at stabilizing and rebuilding Gaza. Trump pledged $10 billion, contingent on congressional approval, while an additional $7 billion was committed primarily by Gulf nations. The funds are set to be channeled through a special World Bank account.
Additional contributions were outlined during the meeting, including a reported $2 billion humanitarian pledge from the United Nations and plans for further donor mobilization led by Japan. Even FIFA signaled support with funding for sports infrastructure in the enclave. The UN estimates total reconstruction costs could approach $70 billion.
Security overhaul central to strategy
Alongside financial commitments, the initiative proposes a large-scale security deployment under an International Stabilization Force. U.S. Gen. Jasper Jeffers, designated commander of the ISF, said the force could ultimately reach 20,000 troops organized into five brigades, beginning in Rafah in southern Gaza before expanding elsewhere.
Several Muslim-majority and allied countries, including Indonesia, Morocco, Kosovo, Kazakhstan and Albania, agreed to contribute troops and police personnel. Indonesia is expected to supply the largest contingent and hold the deputy commander role.
Parallel to the international force, Palestinian authorities announced plans for a restructured local police service. Officials aim to deploy 5,000 trained officers within 60 days and scale up to 12,000 personnel over time. Egypt and Jordan have committed to training recruits.
Disarmament tied to reconstruction
A key element of the initiative is the demilitarization of Gaza. U.S. officials and mediators from Turkey, Qatar and Egypt have reportedly agreed on a framework under which weapons would be placed under the authority of a single civilian-led Palestinian security structure. Board representatives emphasized that disarmament is a prerequisite for reconstruction.
Trump stated publicly that he expects Hamas to honor commitments to disarm, while warning of consequences should the group fail to comply. However, signals from Hamas have been mixed, with the organization accusing Israel of ceasefire violations and urging international actors to place responsibility on Jerusalem.
Fragile ceasefire complicates outlook
The broader success of the initiative depends on sustained adherence to the ceasefire. While Israel participated in the board meeting, divisions remain within its governing coalition over whether to continue the truce or resume military operations.
Some U.S. partners are also cautious about the expanding mandate of the Board of Peace, wary that the framework could be extended beyond Gaza to other global conflicts.
Political and diplomatic implications
The plan represents one of the most expansive U.S.-led humanitarian and security proposals in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in more than a decade. By combining reconstruction funding, security restructuring and diplomatic coordination, the initiative seeks to create conditions for long-term stabilization.
Whether the effort succeeds will depend on the willingness of regional actors to cooperate and the ability of mediators to navigate deep political mistrust. For now, the financial and logistical blueprint marks a significant, if uncertain, step toward reshaping Gaza’s post-conflict trajectory.