Up First from NPR Trump's Board Of Peace, Former Prince Andrew Arrested, Zuckerberg Defends Meta
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Feb 19, 2026 
Charles Maynes, NPR Moscow correspondent covering Russia-Ukraine diplomacy. Bobby Allen, NPR tech reporter following the courtroom trial over social media practices. They discuss Trump’s new Board of Peace and $5 billion reconstruction pledges. They unpack Russia’s $14 trillion business offer tied to sanctions relief. They cover Mark Zuckerberg testifying as lawyers examine Meta’s approach to young users.
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Board Lacks Palestinian Representation
- Trump's Board of Peace convened with about 40 countries but no Palestinian representatives.
- $5 billion pledged is small and would target areas under Israeli military control, not where most Palestinians live.
Reconstruction Limited By Control
- Reconstruction funds would be restricted by Israeli control of Gaza's borders and occupied areas.
- Much of Gaza remains under Israeli military occupation, limiting where money and materials can go.
Stabilization Forces Face Israeli Resistance
- The ceasefire plan depends on an international stabilization force as a buffer, but Israel resists ceding control.
- Israel also demands Hamas disarm entirely and has given Hamas 60 days to surrender weapons or face renewed operations.