US President Donald Trump on Monday confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin was invited to be a member of his "Board of Peace" initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts, including Phase II of his Gaza peace plan.
"He's been invited," Trump told reporters.
Earlier on Monday, the Kremlin announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin had received an invitation to join the Board of Peace, and that Moscow was reviewing the proposal, expressing hope for future contacts with Washington regarding it.
Trump pushes for tariffs on France if Macron doesn't join peace board
Trump added that French President Emmanuel Macron would also join the board, and that he plans to impose a 200% tariff on French wines and champagnes if not.
When asked by a reporter about Macron saying he will not join the board, Trump said, "Did he say that? Well, nobody wants him because he will be out of office very soon."