Donald Trump has recently unveiled a controversial 'Board of Peace' aimed at overseeing the governance, reconstruction, and long-term stability of the Gaza Strip, with ambitions to expand to other global conflicts. The initiative, proposed in mid-January 2026, faces significant international skepticism and opposition. France has explicitly stated its intention 'not to answer favorably' to the invitation, raising concerns that the board's broad mandate extends beyond Gaza and could undermine the principles and structure of the United Nations. Similarly, Canada, whose Prime Minister Mark Carney initially agreed to the idea in principle, has confirmed through government sources that it 'will not pay for a seat' on the board, referencing reports of a $1 billion fee for permanent membership. The Kremlin confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has also received an invitation and is 'studying the details' to clarify 'all the nuances' of the proposal. The concept has been widely criticized by human rights experts and Palestinians for its 'colonial undertone' and lack of Palestinian autonomy, especially given that Trump would serve as its chairman for life. Even Israeli officials have expressed objections, with one calling the initiative 'bad for Israel.' The board's charter, reportedly circulated with invitations to around 60 countries including India, is seen by many as a potential U.S.-led alternative to the UN, despite a UN Security Council mandate in November 2025 that specifically limited its scope to Gaza until 2027. India has received an invitation to participate and is currently reviewing the proposal carefully.