Western leaders express reserve toward Trump’s UN alternative, with EU emergency summit set to discuss joining.
Western Leaders’ Stance
Western leaders have reacted cautiously to Trump’s Peace Council, a potential alternative to the United Nations. Even those maintaining good relations with the Republican administration show hesitation.
Italian Minister’s Position
On Wednesday, Italy’s Minister of Economy Giancarlo Giorgetti stated that his country’s participation in Trump’s council to manage the Gaza Strip appears problematic.
Declined Invitations
France, Norway, and Sweden have already declined invitations to join the council. The question of whether the EU and its member states should participate will be addressed during an emergency summit.
EU Emergency Summit
The summit, convened for Thursday, follows Trump’s latest threats of tariffs on countries opposing the U.S. takeover of Greenland.