US President Donald Trump has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be part of a proposed international body named the “Board of Peace,” aimed at facilitating long-term peace and stability in Gaza amid ongoing efforts to end the Israel-Hamas conflict. The invitation was conveyed through a formal letter sent by the US President to Mr Modi, a copy of which was shared publicly by the US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor.

In his letter, President Trump described it as a “great honour” to invite the Indian Prime Minister to participate in what he called a bold and forward-looking initiative to solidify peace in the Middle East and contribute to a broader framework for resolving global conflicts. The proposed Board of Peace is being positioned by Washington as part of the second phase of the ceasefire process between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

According to the letter, the initiative builds on President Trump’s earlier announcement of a comprehensive peace plan for Gaza, unveiled on September 29, as well as a detailed 20-point roadmap aimed at stabilising the wider Middle East. The roadmap outlines measures intended to ensure that Gaza becomes a demilitarised and deradicalised zone that no longer poses a security threat to neighbouring countries.

The invitation to Prime Minister Modi reflects Washington’s view of India as an increasingly influential global actor with credibility across multiple regions and diplomatic blocs. India has consistently called for restraint, dialogue, and humanitarian protection in conflict zones, including West Asia, while maintaining strong relations with both Israel and key Arab nations.

President Trump’s peace plan gained renewed momentum following an agreement reached in October between Israel and Hamas, which laid the groundwork for a ceasefire under US mediation. The Board of Peace is envisioned as an international forum comprising select global leaders tasked with monitoring ceasefire implementation, supporting reconstruction, and encouraging political and security reforms in Gaza.

In his letter to Mr Modi, President Trump highlighted the importance of collective leadership in addressing entrenched conflicts, stating that the Board would seek not only to stabilise Gaza but also to develop models for conflict resolution that could be applied elsewhere. While details regarding the board’s structure, membership, and decision-making authority have not yet been fully disclosed, US officials have described it as a diplomatic mechanism rather than a military or enforcement body.

India’s potential participation could mark a significant expansion of its role in Middle Eastern diplomacy. New Delhi has historically supported a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine issue and has increased humanitarian assistance to Gaza while maintaining close strategic ties with Israel.

The invitation also underscores the broader trajectory of India-US relations, which have deepened across defence, technology, and geopolitical coordination in recent years. Analysts suggest that India’s inclusion in the Board of Peace would reinforce its image as a responsible global stakeholder and a bridge between competing regional and international interests.

As the ceasefire process evolves, attention will now focus on New Delhi’s response and the practical scope of the proposed Board of Peace in shaping Gaza’s post-conflict future.