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19-02-2026
Hamas is reasserting control in Gaza after a ceasefire with Israel, despite suffering heavy losses during the conflict. The group has regained control over security, tax revenue, and government services, raising questions about its long-term strategy and willingness to disarm. Hamas's control is evident in its police patrols, taxation of imports, and judiciary oversight. Israel and the international community are pressuring Hamas to disarm, a condition for the next stage of Donald Trump's peace plan, which includes Gaza's reconstruction. However, verifying Hamas's disarmament will be challenging due to its deeply-rooted and well-armed membership.
Entities: Hamas, Gaza, Israel, Donald Trump, Mohammed Diab • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
19-02-2026
The Trump administration's newly created Board of Peace is holding its first meeting in Washington to discuss the reconstruction of Gaza, with at least 20 countries expected to attend. The meeting aims to implement the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction effort, with a focus on a multi-billion-dollar reconstruction framework, humanitarian coordination, and the deployment of an international stabilization force. However, analysts say the meeting's significance will depend on whether participants align on the issue of Hamas' disarmament, which remains a major obstacle to long-term reconstruction.
Entities: Donald Trump, Board of Peace, Gaza, Washington, United Arab Emirates • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
19-02-2026
The United Nations Security Council is holding a high-level meeting to address the fragile Gaza ceasefire and Israel's expanding operations in the West Bank, brought forward due to scheduling conflicts with President Donald Trump's inaugural Board of Peace meeting. The UN meeting will feature foreign ministers from several countries, including the UK, Israel, Jordan, Egypt, and Indonesia. Trump announced that his Board of Peace has pledged over $5 billion in humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts in Gaza, with participating countries committing thousands of personnel to an international stabilization force. Israel has formally joined the Board of Peace, despite initial concerns about the composition of the Gaza executive board.
Entities: United Nations Security Council, Gaza, Israel, West Bank, President Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
19-02-2026
The Vatican has declined to join President Donald Trump's newly formed Board of Peace, a post-war initiative aimed at managing recovery efforts in the Gaza Strip after the Israel-Hamas war. Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin stated that the Holy See will not participate due to the board's particular nature and concerns over the UN's role in managing crisis situations. The Board of Peace, which includes nearly 20 countries, has pledged over $5 billion in aid for Gaza.
Entities: Vatican, Donald Trump, Board of Peace, Gaza Strip, Israel-Hamas war • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
19-02-2026
President Donald Trump is hosting the first meeting of his Board of Peace, which aims to focus on the reconstruction of Gaza and create an international stabilization force. The meeting has garnered mixed reactions from U.S. allies, with some expressing skepticism about the board's expanded vision and potential rivalry with the United Nations. Over 40 countries and the European Union have confirmed attendance, while several countries, including Germany and Italy, will attend as observers. The board has pledged $5 billion for reconstruction, a fraction of the estimated $70 billion needed. Key discussions will center on creating an armed international stabilization force to disarm Hamas and ensure security in Gaza.
Entities: Donald Trump, Gaza, Board of Peace, United Nations, Israel • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
