Vatican Rejects Trump’s “Board of Peace” Proposal, Points to UN Role

Speaking during a diplomatic engagement in Rome, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin explained that the Holy See would not join “because of its particular nature,” emphasizing that the Vatican does not operate like a traditional state. He also noted that certain aspects of the proposal remained unclear and raised concerns, describing parts of the plan as “somewhat perplexing” and requiring further explanation before any reconsideration.

Parolin stressed a broader principle guiding the Vatican’s position: international crises, he said, should primarily be addressed through the United Nations. Following the Vatican’s statement, the White House defended the initiative, calling it a serious peace effort while expressing disappointment at the Vatican’s decision.