FIFA and the Board of Peace signed a partnership agreement on Thursday to attract investment from global leaders and institutions for sustainable development in conflict-affected regions through football. The Board of Peace, established under the US President Donald Trump, held its first meeting focused on Gaza’s reconstruction fund, aimed at rebuilding the territory once Hamas disarms.

US President Trump hosts the inaugural meeting of his so-called 'Board of Peace' in Washington, DC today.

Countries pledge $7bn for Gaza reconstruction and troops for an eventual 20,000-strong stabilisation force.