Group meeting created by Trump will be held in Washington with the participation of 20 countries
The President of the United States, (Republican Party), is holding a meeting of the Peace Council in Washington this Thursday (19.Feb.2026), where he is expected to announce a “humanitarian package” to rebuild the Gaza Strip.
The White House press secretary, , told journalists on Wednesday (Feb 18) that the meeting will feature the participation of 20 countries. According to her, the states that are part of the initiative have committed to providing thousands of people for an international stabilization force that will operate in the enclave.
When asked about the Vatican’s decision, Leavitt called the move “deeply regrettable”.
“I don’t think peace should be partisan, political or controversial. And, of course, the government [dos EUA] wants everyone who has been invited to join the Peace Council to participate, because the Peace Council is overseeing the reconstruction of a territory that has been ravaged by violence, bloodshed and poverty for too long.”he declared.
According to Leavitt, Trump “has a bold and ambitious plan and vision to rebuild” the Gaza Strip, something that “It’s already well underway” thanks to the Peace Council.”This is a legitimate organization with dozens of member countries from all over the world”said the White House press secretary.
The Peace Council for Trump on January 22nd during the . The group’s statute speaks of “promote stability, restore credible and legitimate governance, and ensure lasting peace in areas affected or threatened by conflict”. Trump stated that the council could assume the role that today belongs to the UN (United Nations).
In addition to the President of the USA, the following should participate in the meeting this Thursday (Feb 19):
