Trump's Peace Board Stalls Gaza Plan Amid Severe Funding Shortfall
Donald Trump's Board of Peace is facing a critical cash crunch that has stalled its plan for Gaza's future governance and reconstruction, according to sources. Although Gulf Arab states pledged $17 billion at a Washington conference prior to recent regional escalations, the board has received less than $1 billion. Only the United States, the United Arab Emirates, and Morocco have contributed funds so far. This financial shortfall prevents the U.S.-backed National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), led by Ali Shaath, from entering the enclave to assume control from Hamas. Currently, NCAG members remain in Cairo under supervision. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing security issues, including continued Israeli attacks and militant activities, despite a ceasefire agreed upon last October. The broader regional conflict, involving U.S.-Israeli actions against Iran, has further complicated funding and operational efforts. With four-fifths of Gaza's buildings destroyed, the lack of resources halts essential disarmament negotiations and reconstruction initiatives, leaving the territory in a state of limbo while international donors hesitate to release promised aid.
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Trump's Peace Board Stalls Gaza Plan Amid Severe Funding Shortfall
Donald Trump's Board of Peace is facing a critical cash crunch that has stalled its plan for Gaza's future governance and reconstruction, according to sources. Although Gulf Arab states pledged $17 billion at a Washington conference prior to recent regional escalations, the board has received less than $1 billion. Only the United States, the United Arab Emirates, and Morocco have contributed funds so far. This financial shortfall prevents the U.S.-backed National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), led by Ali Shaath, from entering the enclave to assume control from Hamas. Currently, NCAG members remain in Cairo under supervision. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing security issues, including continued Israeli attacks and militant activities, despite a ceasefire agreed upon last October. The broader regional conflict, involving U.S.-Israeli actions against Iran, has further complicated funding and operational efforts. With four-fifths of Gaza's buildings destroyed, the lack of resources halts essential disarmament negotiations and reconstruction initiatives, leaving the territory in a state of limbo while international donors hesitate to release promised aid.
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