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Board of Peace Launch Marred by Criticism of Gold Logo's America-Centric Map

Critics say the emblem undercuts claims of global neutrality, casting a shadow over Trump's plan to pursue an initial Gaza ceasefire.

Overview

  • At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump inaugurated the Board of Peace and signed its charter, calling it international in scope.
  • He said the body's first task is to help maintain a Gaza ceasefire and outline a path for the territory, with possible expansion to other conflicts.
  • The official insignia features a gold shield, laurel wreath and a stylized world map that critics say exaggerates North America and distorts geography.
  • Designers and social media users compared the mark to UN and EU emblems and labeled it amateurish, with one viral post calling it "Microsoft Paint energy."
  • Observers floated unconfirmed claims that the image was AI-generated, and outlets reported no official explanation of the design’s provenance.