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Ukraine Invited to U.S.-Led Gaza Council, Rejects Russia

1/23/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine has received an invitation to join the US-led Peace Council for Gaza governance, chaired by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Zelensky said Ukraine cannot imagine joining a council with Russia and Belarus, calling Russia "our enemy" and Belarus "their ally."
The council will include international leaders and offer permanent seats to countries contributing $1 billion, while Zelensky stressed continued support for Ukraine's independence.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine has received an invitation to join the US-led Peace Council for Gaza governance, chaired by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Zelensky said Ukraine cannot imagine joining a council with Russia and Belarus, calling Russia "our enemy" and Belarus "their ally."
The council will include international leaders and offer permanent seats to countries contributing $1 billion, while Zelensky stressed continued support for Ukraine's independence.