Trump Wants $1 Billion Payments for Permanent Seats on His Peace Board, With Him Controlling the Money.

Multiple independent and reputable news organizations including Reuters, Bloomberg, The Economic Times, The Times of Israel, and Newsweek reported in January 2026 that the Trump administration proposed a new 'Board of Peace' related to Gaza. According to these reports, countries wishing to secure permanent seats on this board would need to pay at least $1 billion. The draft charter obtained by several outlets suggests that the funds would be controlled by Trump or his administration.

This aspect of control has been described as potentially unacceptable to many countries that might consider joining. While the core facts about the $1 billion payment requirement and Trump’s control over the money are consistently reported, the sources rely partly on anonymous insiders familiar with the draft charter rather than official public documents. There is no indication that this board or payment scheme has been formally established or widely accepted internationally as of January 2026. Therefore, while the claim aligns well with multiple credible reports, some details remain unconfirmed publicly and depend on leaked or draft documents.