The Fox News Rundown Evening Edition: What Nations Have Been Invited to Join Gaza 'Board of Peace'?
Jan 19, 2026
Elan Levy, a former Israeli government spokesman and analyst, shares insights on the U.S. plans for Gaza post-ceasefire. He discusses the controversial proposal for a 'Board of Peace' to manage governance and reconstruction. Levy emphasizes concerns over Turkish and Qatari involvement, labeling them as security risks due to their ties with Hamas. He warns that reconstruction is futile as long as Hamas remains armed, urging a focus on disarming the group to prevent further conflict and facilitate true stability.
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No Turkey Or Qatar Presence
- Israel objects to Turkey and Qatar involvement because both are major Hamas backers and would undermine disarmament efforts.
- Elan Levy warns that their presence could give Hamas cover to rearm and guarantee future wars.
Delay Reconstruction Until Disarmament
- Avoid reconstruction or governance steps until Hamas is disarmed to prevent rebuilding its military infrastructure.
- Prioritize decommissioning weapons first or Israel may have to dismantle Hamas by force, per Elan Levy.
Aid May Fuel Hamas Reconstitution
- Israelis see Hamas rearming and reasserting control despite aid flows, raising fears of another war.
- Elan Levy says sustained pressure now is essential because patience is running thin and Hamas remains committed to jihad.