Kremlin Confirms: Putin Receives Formal U.S. Invitation to Join ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza
MOSCOW, RUSSIA — In a move that signals a significant shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy, the Kremlin confirmed on Monday, January 19, 2026, that Russian President Vladimir Putin has received an official invitation from the United States to join the newly established Board of Peace.
The initiative, spearheaded by U.S. President Donald Trump, is designed to oversee the post-war administration, reconstruction, and long-term stabilization of the Gaza Strip.
Kremlin Responds to “Unexpected” Invitation
During a press briefing in Moscow, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov acknowledged that the invitation was delivered via diplomatic channels.
“Yes, indeed, President Putin received an invitation to join this Council of Peace,” Peskov told reporters. “At the moment, we are examining all the details of this proposal. We hope to maintain contact with the American side to clarify all the nuances of this initiative.”
While the Kremlin’s tone was cautious, the invitation itself represents a rare moment of direct diplomatic outreach between Washington and Moscow amid ongoing global tensions.
What is the ‘Board of Peace’?
Announced by the White House on January 15, 2026, the Board of Peace (BoP) is an international transitional authority chaired by Donald Trump. It is mandated to implement a 20-point comprehensive peace plan for Gaza, which includes:
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Transitional Governance: Overseeing the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a body of Palestinian technocrats.
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Security & Demilitarization: Coordinating an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to maintain order and disarm militant groups.
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Economic Reconstruction: Managing multi-billion dollar funds to rebuild Gaza’s infrastructure and public services.
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Global Expansion: While starting with Gaza, the BoP’s charter suggests it could eventually expand to mediate other global conflicts.
A Growing Circle of Global Leaders
The outreach to President Putin follows similar invitations sent to over 60 world leaders. Several have already responded:
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Confirmed Members: Hungary’s Viktor Orbán, Argentina’s Javier Milei, and Italy’s Giorgia Meloni have reportedly accepted.
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Regional Partners: Leaders from Turkey, Egypt, and Jordan are also in talks to join the executive oversight committees.
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Funding Tiers: According to leaked drafts of the charter, permanent membership on the board is secured by a $1 billion contribution toward Gaza’s reconstruction.
Geopolitical Implications
For Russia, joining the board could offer a path out of the diplomatic isolation it has faced in recent years. Historically, Moscow has maintained a balanced relationship with both Israel and Palestinian leadership, and its participation could lend the U.S.-led initiative broader “Global South” legitimacy.
However, Western diplomats remain wary. Critics of the plan argue that the Board of Peace, which operates largely outside the traditional United Nations framework, could undermine existing international institutions.
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