- January 21, 2026
- 9:03 am
- World News
The President of the USA Donald Trump plans to continue leading the proposed “Council of Peace” even after the end of his presidential term.
This is reported by Bloomberg citing an unnamed American official.
This is not a temporary role.
The formula implies long-term, effectively indefinite influence.
Lifetime Chairmanship as a Model
According to the source, Trump will remain the chairman of the Council until he decides to leave.
Meanwhile, the future President of the USA will only be able to appoint the country’s official representative in this body, without gaining real control over its work.
This structure is already causing tension among the leaders of the G7, who fear the emergence of a parallel center of global influence, not tied to electoral cycles.
Personnel Appointments and Unclear Roles
Amid discussions about the future of the Council, the White House announced the inclusion of several key figures in its executive body.
Among them are Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Jared Kushner.
Their status and scope of authority within the Council’s structure have not yet been defined.
It is also unclear whether these appointments will be formal or strategic in nature.
Money, Contributions, and Control
The draft charter of the Council provides for significant financial contributions for countries seeking a permanent seat.
Control over financial flows is expected to remain with Trump.
The source clarifies that the sum of one billion dollars is not mandatory for all participants.
However, this level of contribution is being discussed as a threshold for permanent membership.
From the UN to a New Architecture
Trump publicly stated that the “Council of Peace” could replace the United Nations, which he considers ineffective.
At the same time, he acknowledges the potential of the UN and allows for its participation in certain peacekeeping initiatives.
This approach forms a hybrid model — without formally dismantling existing institutions, but creating an alternative decision-making center.
Israel, Hamas, and the Geopolitical Context
The Council was initiated as part of agreements to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Invitations were sent to 60 countries, including Russia.
For non-permanent participants, the mandate is limited to three years.
Permanent membership, according to the discussed conditions, implies a large financial contribution and expanded powers.
Only a year has passed since the start of Trump’s second term, yet his initiatives are already changing the familiar international landscape.
The creation of a structure with personal and long-term control by one politician could set a precedent for the entire global governance system — and it is in this context that NAnews — News of Israel | Nikk.Agency considers the “Council of Peace” as a factor that will need to be closely monitored not only by Washington but also by its allies.
