Here’s what happened.
President Donald Trump announced a major breakthrough in Middle East diplomacy this week, revealing that members of his newly established Board of Peace have committed more than $5 billion toward humanitarian relief and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
The formal pledge will take place on February 19, 2026, in Washington, D.C., where participating nations will outline their financial and security commitments.
For supporters of a strong American-led foreign policy, the announcement marks a significant step toward restoring stability in one of the world’s most volatile regions.
$5 Billion for Gaza: What the Funding Covers
According to President Trump’s statement, the pledged funds will support:
- Humanitarian aid for civilians
- Infrastructure rebuilding
- Long-term economic stabilization
- Security coordination efforts
Participating countries have also committed thousands of personnel to an International Stabilization Force, alongside support for local law enforcement to maintain order and prevent renewed violence.
The administration has emphasized that any sustainable rebuilding effort must include full and immediate demilitarization by Hamas, reinforcing the principle that economic recovery and security go hand in hand.
Growing International Coalition
The Board of Peace was chartered in January and now includes nearly 20 countries.
Israel formally joined the coalition ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent White House meeting with President Trump — a move widely viewed as strengthening U.S.–Israel security coordination.
Seventeen nations participated in the original charter signing ceremony in Davos, Switzerland, with leaders representing Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Several additional countries have been invited to participate. While some European nations have opted out, the coalition continues to expand.
The administration describes the Board of Peace as a long-term international framework designed to balance reconstruction funding with enforceable security standards.
U.S. Military Presence Reinforces Diplomacy
While diplomatic negotiations move forward, the United States has also reinforced its naval posture across key waterways in the region.
The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group and the USS Michael Murphy guided-missile destroyer have been deployed as U.S. envoys engage in diplomatic discussions with Iranian officials in Oman.
Additional U.S. naval assets operating across the eastern Mediterranean, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, and Arabian Sea include the USS McFaul, USS Spruance, USS Bulkeley, USS Frank E. Petersen Jr., USS Mitscher, USS Delbert D. Black, and the USS Roosevelt.
The expanded naval presence signals that the administration is pairing diplomatic outreach with a visible commitment to deterrence and regional stability.
Peace Through Strength: A Defining Foreign Policy Moment
For many Americans — especially those who prioritize national security and strong international leadership — the Board of Peace represents a familiar strategy: pursue diplomacy while maintaining leverage.
The combination of:
- Billions in reconstruction funding
- International cooperation
- Security enforcement commitments
- Strategic U.S. naval positioning
marks one of the most ambitious Middle East stabilization efforts in recent years.
With the February 19 announcement approaching, global attention will be focused on Washington to see whether this coalition can reshape the future of Gaza — and reinforce America’s role as a leading force for stability in the region.
