Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, on Wednesday confirmed that he has accepted an invitation from United States President, Donald Trump, to serve on the newly proposed Board of Peace for Gaza, an initiative aimed at shaping a post-war framework for the conflict-ravaged territory.
In a statement issued by his office, Netanyahu said he had agreed to participate as a member of the board, which he described as a body to be made up of world leaders.
“Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that he has accepted US President Donald Trump’s invitation and will join as a member of the Board of Peace, which will be composed of leaders of the world,” the office said in a statement.
He did not disclose further details about the board’s mandate, membership, or timeline for its activities.
The announcement follows the unveiling of the board by President Trump as part of his broader plan to bring an end to the ongoing Gaza war, which has drawn intense international attention and diplomatic efforts.
Trump has positioned the initiative as a platform for global leaders to contribute to stabilizing Gaza and addressing long-term security and governance concerns.
However, Netanyahu’s acceptance comes just days after his office publicly expressed reservations about the same initiative.
At the time, the prime minister’s office said Israel opposed the composition of the board, noting that it had been announced without prior coordination with Israeli authorities.
According to that earlier statement, the board, as introduced by Trump, was said to run counter to established Israeli policy regarding the Gaza conflict and post-war arrangements.
Netanyahu’s decision to now join the board suggests a possible shift toward engagement with the U.S.-led initiative, even as key questions remain about its structure, authority, and practical impact on the ground.
