President Donald Trump has extended an official invitation to Pope Leo XIV and the Holy See to participate in the newly formed "Board of Peace."
The initiative, a Middle East-focused alliance, aims to finalize the end of the Gaza conflict, oversee the reconstruction of the territory, and pave the way for a sustainable Palestinian state in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2803.
Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin confirmed that the invitation has been received and is under careful consideration, which could bring significant moral and spiritual authority to the group. The board already includes commitments from key players such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, Israel, and several others, with substantial investments pledged for reconstruction efforts.
While some nations like Norway have declined to participate, the potential involvement of the Vatican could represent a major development in Trump's broader peace strategy.
Sources: Reuters, The Times of Israel
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