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Italy, Sweden, and Norway Turn Their Backs on Trump's Peace Council

Published January 21, 2026, 13:34
Italy, Sweden, and Norway Turn Their Backs on Trump's Peace Council

Italy is withdrawing its support for Donald Trump's proposed "Peace Council" due to concerns about violating its Constitution, as participation in a group led by a single country is incompatible with its constitutional principles. Diplomats express fears that the initiative could undermine the work of the United Nations. The Peace Council plan involves a payment of $1 billion from each member country to secure a permanent seat. Initially aimed at rebuilding the Gaza Strip, the initiative now seeks to contribute to resolving conflicts globally. Norway, which has had strained relations with Trump, announced it would not participate, as the proposal raises questions requiring further dialogue with the United States. Norway remains a supporter of multilateral cooperation and the role of the UN. All three countries state their desire for peace but believe that this particular initiative is not the appropriate way to achieve that goal. The decision of these countries highlights the reservations within European circles regarding Trump's proposed initiative.