Sir Tony Blair has expressed his honour at being appointed to a new Gaza peace initiative established by former US President Donald Trump.
High-Profile Appointments to the Board
The White House published the list of the 'founding executive board' on Friday, 16 January 2026. The board is tasked with leading long-term peace efforts in the Middle East, specifically aimed at preventing future conflict in Gaza.
Sir Tony Blair, the former British Prime Minister, was listed alongside several prominent figures from the Trump administration. The other founding members include US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and Mr Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner.
Blair's Statement of Commitment
In a formal statement, Sir Tony thanked President Trump for his leadership in creating the Board of Peace. "I thank President Trump for his leadership in establishing the Board of Peace and am honoured to be appointed to its executive board," he said.
He went on to praise his future colleagues, stating: "It’s been a real privilege to work with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner and their outstanding team. I look forward to working with them and other colleagues in line with the president’s vision to promote peace and prosperity."
The 20-Point Plan for Gaza
Central to the board's mission is the implementation of President Trump's proposed strategy for the region. Sir Tony Blair characterised the president's 20-point plan for Gaza as an "extraordinary achievement."
However, he acknowledged that turning the plan into reality would require significant effort, noting that its implementation will take "enormous commitment and hard work." The board's formation represents a concerted push to bring this detailed roadmap to fruition and secure a lasting peace in the troubled territory.
