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Guterres Backs Trump's Peace Board for Gaza Reconstruction

3/21/2026

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United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres endorsed United States President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, aimed at funding Gaza's reconstruction.
He said the board aligns with Security Council objectives but questioned whether it is needed beyond reconstruction efforts.
He emphasized adherence to international law and the United Nations Charter in peace initiatives.
He added that any solution must address the broader regional issues.

History

Historical Context

United Nations Security Council Resolution 242, adopted on November 22, 1967, called for Israel's withdrawal from territories occupied during the Six-Day War, emphasizing peace based on international law. This resolution laid the groundwork for future negotiations, including peace treaties with Egypt in 1979 and Jordan in 1994, and remains central to ongoing efforts for a comprehensive peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres endorsed United States President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, aimed at funding Gaza's reconstruction.
He said the board aligns with Security Council objectives but questioned whether it is needed beyond reconstruction efforts.
He emphasized adherence to international law and the United Nations Charter in peace initiatives.
He added that any solution must address the broader regional issues.

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