New Delhi, Jan. 21 -- India faces a sensitive strategic decision after being invited to join a US-led Gaza Peace Board chaired by US President Donald Trump, according to a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).

The invitation comes as the Gaza conflict enters its third year and involves a framework operating outside established United Nations mechanisms.

Announced on January 15, 2026, the board is intended to oversee post-war stabilisation and reconstruction in Gaza.

Concerns Over Legitimacy

GTRI cautioned that participation could pose diplomatic risks for India, given its traditional support for multilateralism and international law, reported ANI.

The report highlighted the absence of Palestinian political representa...