President Donald Trump recently launched a “Board of Peace,” aimed at addressing conflicts like Gaza, requiring countries to pay $1 billion for permanent membership. While nations such as Israel, Argentina, Russia, Hungary, and Saudi Arabia joined, others — including Germany, Canada, France, Italy, Norway, Sweden, the UK, and Ukraine — declined.
Trump also invited Pope Leo to participate. After initially considering the offer, the Vatican officially refused. Cardinal Pietro Parolin said the Pope believes conflicts like Gaza should be handled by the United Nations, not by a board led by one country.
Though Pope Leo did not personally elaborate, the decision aligns with his public stance on peace, human rights, and protecting freedom and dignity worldwide.