Challenges of Cyprus' Participation in the Peace Council
February 15, 2026
Cyprus received an invitation from Donald Trump to participate in the Peace Council for Gaza, which was initially viewed positively by the government. However, concerns about Trump's true intentions are interpreted as an attempt to replace the UN in managing international conflicts. The government, although initially welcoming, is now cautious and ultimately decided to skip the presentation in Davos. The new invitation to participate in the Council has been criticized as being solely about the reconstruction of Gaza. Included in the new invitation are numerous EU member states and other countries.