**Title: Unclear if Board of Peace Meeting Took Place in Limassol**
Reports regarding the Board of Peace (BoP) meeting in Cyprus this week have left many questions unanswered, as officials have been unable to confirm whether the meeting actually convened. The uncertainty arose after the Cypriot government announced last week that the BoP would be meeting on the island, following a report by Politico that indicated the meeting was intended to “readjust its strategy.”
The Politico report cited two senior EU officials who were involved in the arrangements, stating that the meeting was set to occur at a resort in Cyprus. However, it was made clear that Cyprus is not a co-organiser of the event and that the meeting is not taking place at a political level. One of the officials noted that Cyprus was chosen as the venue by the BoP's executive committee.
Inquiries made by the Cyprus Mail to the government regarding the status of the meeting yielded little information. A source indicated that they had “no more information” on the matter. Efforts to reach out to local police for potential security arrangements were also met with a lack of immediate response.
The political landscape surrounding the BoP meeting is further complicated by the involvement of the left-wing political party, Akel. On Tuesday evening, Akel was participating in a protest against the BoP outside the presidential palace, indicating a level of dissent regarding the meeting and its implications.
The Cypriot government has attempted to clarify its role concerning the BoP, with Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos emphasizing that Cyprus is merely serving as the venue for the discussions. Cyprus's involvement in the BoP is limited to its status as an observer, specifically in discussions related to post-war governance and reconstruction in the Gaza Strip, as endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803, passed in November 2025.
The structure of the BoP itself is multifaceted, comprising several components. It is led by former US President Donald Trump, who holds the title of chairman for life. The main board consists of national leaders, while the Board of Peace Executive Board focuses on diplomacy and investment. Additionally, there is a Gaza Executive Board that oversees the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (Ncag). Notably, some members of the Executive Board also serve on the Gaza Executive Board, including prominent figures such as Nikolay Mladenov, Tony Blair, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff.
In a related development, a planned meeting between Tony Blair and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, which was to take place on the sidelines of the BoP meeting, was reportedly cancelled due to a delay in Blair's flight. Instead, the two leaders are expected to communicate via phone.
Compounding the situation, the Financial Times recently reported that the Board of Peace fund is currently devoid of financial resources. Despite having received $17 billion (€15 billion) in pledges, the organization finds itself in a state of limbo, with no funds being allocated to projects in Gaza.
As the situation continues to unfold, the lack of clarity regarding the BoP meeting in Limassol raises concerns about the effectiveness and future of the organization, particularly in light of its financial challenges and the political tensions surrounding its activities.