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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is currently weighing the possibility of joining a newly proposed Board of Peace for Gaza, an initiative spearheaded by US President Donald Trump. This board forms a central part of a 20-point plan designed by the White House to bring an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Intended to temporarily administer Gaza and oversee its reconstruction, the board is expected to include influential global leaders. Meanwhile, UK officials are seeking further details from the US State Department concerning the board’s responsibilities and its membership.
Initial reports about Sir Keir’s potential involvement were first published by The Sunday Times, though government insiders have informed the BBC that no formal invitation has been extended and no final decision has been made. US media suggest that President Trump may soon reveal the list of board members. Notably, former UK Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair is anticipated to serve on a separate executive board alongside Trump’s advisors Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff. Earlier in September, the US government confirmed Sir Tony’s inclusion in the peace board. Sir Tony Blair described the American peace plan as “the best chance of ending two years of war, misery and suffering,” although there remains some ambiguity about his exact role due to opposition from certain Middle Eastern countries, linked to his past military involvement in Iraq.
Speaking with reporters aboard Air Force One, President Trump outlined the nature of the peace board, emphasizing that it would consist of “the most important leaders of the most important nations.” He added, “Everybody wants to be on it,” highlighting significant international interest in the initiative. Despite ongoing discussions, the full framework and responsibilities of this board remain to be clarified.
In the UK Parliament, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper was asked directly whether Sir Keir had accepted a place on Trump’s peace board, but she did not provide a definitive response. Instead, Cooper reiterated the UK’s support for the 20-point plan aimed at securing a ceasefire in Gaza, noting that the situation remains delicate with much work left to do, including humanitarian efforts and the disarmament of Hamas. Sir Keir, who maintains a cordial relationship with President Trump despite disagreements over the UK’s recognition of Palestine last year, defended his active engagement in foreign affairs when addressing Labour MPs. He asserted, “The cost of living crisis will not be solved by isolationism,” adding that in a rapidly changing and volatile world, “you have to be on the pitch” and “in the room to tackle the issues working people care about.
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