Sources & Methods Is the “president of peace” preparing for war?
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Jan 29, 2026 
Daniel Estrin, NPR’s Tel Aviv-based correspondent reporting from Israel and Gaza. Greg Myre, NPR’s national security correspondent with decades covering U.S. foreign policy. They discuss Trump’s proposed Board of Peace for Gaza and who’s included, the fragile humanitarian and security situation in Gaza, rising threats between the U.S. and Iran, and how regional dynamics could shift if military action follows.
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Board Grants Sweeping Authority Over Gaza
- The leaked draft makes Trump effectively the governing authority over Gaza with sweeping powers.
- That structure risks turning the Board of Peace into a personalized governing body rather than a neutral international mediator.
Board Reflects Trump Inner Circle
- Trump appears to staff the Board of Peace with his inner circle and allies, blurring governance and political loyalty.
- He may plan to remain chairman beyond his presidency, signaling long-term personal influence abroad.
Palestinians Excluded From Top Roles
- Palestinians hold only minor technocrat roles and lack top leadership positions on the Board of Peace.
- The board would direct Palestinian committees, centralizing control and sidelining local Palestinian sovereignty.
