President Trump admits the UN failed to utilize its potential while proposing his Peace Council as an alternative.
Trump on the UN and Peace Council
During a press conference at the White House on Tuesday, January 20, one journalist asked if Trump wanted his latest initiative, the Peace Council, to replace the United Nations. “Maybe,” Trump replied directly. “The UN has been very helpful. I’m a big fan of her potential. But she never used it. The UN should have solved all the wars that I solved.”
CNN reported that this statement exacerbates concerns already expressed by diplomats and world leaders.
Israel Accepts Trump’s Invitation
Trump invited about 60 world leaders to his Peace Council, including leaders from Russia and Belarus. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has already accepted the invitation. Netanyahu’s office previously criticized the composition of the council’s executive committee, noting the possible presence of Turkey.
They added that the council’s composition “is not coordinated with the Israeli government” and “conflicts with its policy.” Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticized the council and called for Israel to take unilateral responsibility for Gaza’s future.
Associated Press reported that the following have already joined the new body: United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Vietnam, Belarus, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Argentina, Great Britain, Russia, and the executive authorities of the European Union. They claim to have received invitations but have not yet responded to them.
Trump’s Peace Council Plan
Last week, the White House announced the establishment of a “Founding Executive Council,” consisting of Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
CNN obtained the draft status of the council, which shows that Donald Trump will serve as chairman for an indefinite period, which may last longer than his second presidential term. Trump will only be replaced due to “voluntary resignation or inability to work,” which will be determined by a unanimous vote of the Executive Board.
The future US president may appoint or designate a US representative to the council in addition to Trump, the station reported.