Afghanistan, Feb. 19 -- President Donald Trump will chair the first Gaza Peace Board meeting in Washington, unveiling a multibillion-dollar reconstruction fund for the territory.

President Donald Trump will lead the inaugural Gaza Peace Board meeting on Thursday, 19 February, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington.

The White House said representatives from more than 45 countries will attend, with members pledging over $5 billion for Gaza's reconstruction fund.

The United Arab Emirates and Kuwait are expected to contribute $1.2 billion each as part of an initial humanitarian and rebuilding package.

The board, which includes Israel but no Palestinian representatives, has drawn criticism over transparency and its potential impact on ...