The U.S. president has invited the Vatican to join his new peace initiative, placing the Holy See at the center of a high-profile diplomatic proposal. Rome has now delivered its answer.Vatican City has formally stated its position on President Donald Trump’s proposed peace initiative for the region. The statement was delivered during a diplomatic engagement in Rome.The development comes as international debate continues over how post-conflict efforts should be structured and which institutions should take the lead. The U.S. government later responded to the Vatican’s decision.

In January, Trump unveiled the Board of Peace as part of what the White House described as a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict and guide the territory’s transition toward peace and development.According to a White House release, the Board is tasked with advancing all 20 elements of the president’s plan by overseeing implementation, coordinating global support, and maintaining accountability during the transition period.Chaired by Trump, the body is supported by a founding executive panel made up of individuals with backgrounds in diplomacy, infrastructure, economic planning, and international development.