Power Play: EU Questions Trump's New Global Peace Board

The EU is raising eyebrows over U. S. President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace. This board, led by Trump himself, has a broad scope and some unique rules. For instance, member states can only stay on the board permanently if they pay a hefty fee of $1 billion. This has sparked concerns about power concentration and interference in the EU's autonomy. The EU's diplomatic service has expressed worries in a confidential document. They believe the board's charter clashes with the EU's constitutional principles. The board's mandate also seems to stray from the original UN Security Council resolution, which only focused on the Gaza conflict. The EU is not alone in its skepticism. Several countries, including France and Spain, have already decided not to join.Trump, however, sees the board as a tool to tap into the UN's untapped potential. He believes that once the board is fully formed, it can tackle various global conflicts in conjunction with the UN. But the EU is not convinced. They are ready to work with the U. S. on the Gaza Peace Plan, but only if the board operates within the UN's framework. The EU's concerns are not just about the board's scope. They also worry about the governance structure. The board's charter gives Trump significant control over member states' participation levels. The EU sees this as an undue interference in their organizational autonomy. Despite the skepticism, Trump remains optimistic. He believes the board can achieve a lot, especially with the UN's support. However, the EU's concerns highlight the challenges of creating a global peace initiative that respects each country's autonomy and operates within existing international frameworks.