During the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on January 22, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump introduced his “Board of Peace” initiative aimed at addressing the ongoing situation in Gaza. The initiative featured leaders from over a dozen countries, although it notably lacked participation from many key U.S. allies.
At the same event, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made headlines by criticizing European nations for their sluggish and disjointed response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, drawing a parallel to the film “Groundhog Day,” where the protagonist continually experiences the same day. This metaphor highlights Zelenskyy’s frustration with the perceived lack of decisive action from allies.
Elon Musk also made a splash at the forum, lightening the atmosphere with humorous remarks contrasting Trump’s Board of Peace with America’s previous territorial ambitions, referencing the attempts to acquire Greenland and Venezuela, which drew laughter from the audience.
The focus of discussion is expected to shift shortly from Switzerland to the United Arab Emirates, where trilateral meetings involving the U.S., Ukraine, and Russia are scheduled to commence. Trump’s envoy, Steve Witkoff, along with his son-in-law Jared Kushner, are anticipated to participate in discussions in Moscow later today.
This gathering in Davos signifies the ongoing dialogue about peace initiatives and international cooperation in the face of regional conflicts, providing a hopeful sense of collaboration among global leaders.