Italy Declines Invitation to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Due to Constitution

Italy has declined to join US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” due to constitutional limitations that prevent participation in organizations where power is concentrated in a single leader. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani cited insurmountable legal conflicts between Italy’s constitution and the board’s charter, which designates Trump as a veto-wielding chairman. Despite this, Italy remains open to contributing to peace initiatives, particularly in Gaza. The board is set to hold its first meeting in Washington, DC, amid criticism of its structure as a “pay to play” version of the UN.

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