‘Bold approach to lasting peace’: What Trump wrote to PM Modi in Gaza board invite

The United States has invited India to be part of the proposed ‘Board of Peace’ aimed at overseeing developments in Gaza under the second phase of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. US President Donald Trump extended the invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi through a letter, which was shared publicly by the US ambassador to India, Sergio Gor.

In the letter, President Trump described the initiative as a “historic and magnificent effort” to solidify peace in the Middle East and introduce a new approach to resolving global conflicts. He said the board would bring together countries committed to achieving lasting peace in the region.

Trump noted that the ‘Board of Peace’ builds on his administration’s earlier 20-point roadmap to end the Gaza conflict. He described the proposed body as one of the most consequential international efforts, tasked with monitoring and guiding developments during the next phase of the ceasefire agreement.

If India accepts the invitation, it would serve on the board for a three-year term. Reports suggesting that a $1 billion contribution could secure permanent membership were dismissed by the White House as misleading. There is currently no official confirmation from New Delhi on whether it will accept the offer.

Apart from India, several countries including Hungary, Australia, Pakistan, Egypt, Turkey, Canada and Vietnam have been invited to join the board. According to reports, Hungary and Vietnam have already accepted the invitation. The outreach comes amid ongoing India-US trade negotiations, following Washington’s recent decision to impose steep tariffs linked to India’s oil trade with Russia.