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Trump Launches 'Board of Peace' with $10 Billion Pledge
US President Donald Trump inaugurated the Board of Peace, pledging $10 billion for initiatives starting with Gaza rebuilding but now broader in scope. The board aims to oversee UN operations and launch an international stabilization force with pledges from Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Albania.
Tensions with Iran rise as the US prepares military options.
US Prepares for Possible Strike on Iran
Senior US officials informed President Trump that the military is ready for a potential attack on Iran from Saturday, with USS Gerald Ford arriving in the Eastern Mediterranean. Trump prefers diplomacy after three-hour Geneva talks between advisers Jared Kushner, Steve Witkov, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arashi showed progress but gaps remain.
White House stresses arguments for strikes while prioritizing talks.
Hungary and Slovakia Halt Diesel Supply to Ukraine
Hungary and Slovakia stopped Ukraine's diesel supply with immediate effect, prompting EU emergency meeting over the energy standoff. Slovakia holds sufficient oil reserves but expresses concern for Ukraine's broader energy situation.
The move exacerbates Ukraine's challenges amid ongoing war.
Georgia's Zourabichvili: Trump Can Force Putin to Peace
Georgia's former president Salomé Zourabichvili told Euronews that US President Trump could compel Russian President Putin into a Ukraine peace agreement. She highlighted Putin's uncertainty with Trump's actions as key leverage.
Zourabichvili stated Putin 'never wants' peace.
UN Warns Libya Risks 'Exploding Again' Without Progress
The UN Security Council was told Libya will 'explode again' due to political deadlock and mounting pressures nationwide. Outgoing chairs of subsidiary bodies called for stronger sanctions implementation amid crises in Sudan, Yemen, and counter-terrorism.
Greater youth participation urged in peace processes.
US Withdraws from Syria's al-Tanf Base
The United States withdrew from al-Tanf Base near Syria-Iraq-Jordan border, handing control to Syria after two American soldiers killed in December. Analysts warn Syria risks Libya-style fragmentation if world disengages prematurely, despite current relative progress.
US public weary of deployments, with polls showing limited support for staying.
UN Security Council Extends Somalia Arms Sanctions
The Security Council extended sanctions on weapons to Somalia until November 30, 2026, and vessel interception authorization. The Al-Shabaab sanctions regime Panel of Experts mandate renewed until December 31, 2026.
Focus on credible oversight amid global crises.
UN Pushes Digital Future and WSIS Review
Ministers underscored UN's role in people-centered digital future at General Assembly review of World Summit on Information Society outcomes. Assembly adopted WSIS outcome document without vote.
Emphasis on inclusive development-oriented tech amid complex world.
Security Council Urges Palestine Peace Plan Action
In final 2025 meeting on Palestine, outgoing members urged action on endorsed peace plan amid flagging implementation. Debate highlighted UN reform needs for relevance in complex world.
Trusteeship Council elected new leadership.
UN General Assembly Adopts Multiple Resolutions
General Assembly adopted dozens of resolutions from Third, Second, and Sixth Committees despite procedural delays. Topics spanned social, economic, and legal issues.
Security Council briefed on Central African Republic sanctions committee.
Board of Peace Eyes UN Oversight and Stability Force
Trump's Board of Peace plans to monitor UN operations and launch international stabilization force. Inaugural meeting in Washington gathered two dozen allies amid US-Iran escalation.
Every dollar pledged seen as investment in global stability.