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Trump Invites Erdogan to Join 'Peace Council' for Gaza

Published January 17, 2026, 17:01
Trump Invites Erdogan to Join 'Peace Council' for Gaza

US President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to join as a founding member of the 'Peace Council' for Gaza. The invitation was made through a letter sent on January 16, 2026, in which Trump, in his capacity as founding president of the Council, requested Erdogan's contribution to the initiative. The announcement was made by the Director of Communications for the Turkish Presidency, Burhanettin Duran. No details have been released regarding the role and responsibilities of the Peace Council, nor how it will function or which other leaders will participate. The invitation to Erdogan suggests Trump's attempt to involve various regional powers in resolving the crisis in Gaza. Turkey has maintained close ties with Palestine and has criticized Israeli policy in the region. This initiative comes at a time of heightened tension and uncertainty in the Middle East, with the situation in Gaza remaining particularly fragile.

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