Tony Blair Withdraws from Trump's Proposed Gaza Peace Board Amid Regional Objections
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has withdrawn from consideration for a seat on President Trump's proposed 'board of peace' for Gaza. This decision follows objections from several Arab and Muslim governments, who expressed concerns over Blair's involvement due to his support for the 2003 Iraq invasion. Blair was initially the only publicly linked figure to the council, which Trump announced as part of a 20-point plan for Gaza's postwar administration. Despite Blair's openness to the role, regional officials feared his participation might sideline Palestinian interests. Blair, who has been involved in Middle East diplomacy, will instead join a smaller executive committee. This committee, expected to include figures like Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will work under the main council, which is anticipated to include serving heads of state. 
