The Board of Peace, established by former President Donald Trump to oversee governance in Gaza, is drafting a resolution that would grant its members and associated personnel broad legal immunity. The draft, labeled 'sensitive but unclassified', aims to protect board members, security forces, and contractors from legal actions in Gaza, including arrests and court proceedings. It also proposes that the Board could acquire public property in Gaza without charge.
The resolution's implications for accountability and legal oversight have raised concerns among legal experts. They noted that if enacted, it could exempt Board officials and contractors from accountability for actions affecting Gaza residents. The Board's chair, Donald Trump, would have the authority to waive immunity with majority support from the board.
The White House has referred inquiries to the Board, which stated that there is no operative resolution as described and emphasized that all personnel would follow applicable laws. Discussions are ongoing regarding the Board's framework for operations in Gaza, but the draft resolution has not been shared with Palestinian authorities involved in governance. Legal experts have expressed concerns about the lack of external oversight and the potential for legal violations without accountability mechanisms.