Italy has declined to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace,” Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said, citing “insurmountable” constitutional limits because the board’s charter vests final authority in a single chair — Trump — which conflicts with Italy’s constitution requiring equality among states. Tajani told ANSA Italy remains willing to discuss peace efforts but cannot sign onto an organisation that concentrates power in one leader. The decision, announced February 7, 2026, follows similar refusals or hesitations by other Western democracies and reflects worries that the Board’s structure and funding model could undermine the United Nations’ role in post-conflict reconstruction. (aljazeera.com)