00:18The world gathered to discuss peace, yet the leader of the free world appeared to sleep
00:24through it.
00:25These words spread like wildfire on social media after footage from February 19, 2026
00:32captured U.S. President Donald Trump dozing during the inaugural meeting of the Board of
00:37Peace at the United States Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C.
00:42The event brought together over 40 countries, military officials, and global dignitaries.
00:48Its mission, to coordinate global reconstruction efforts with a focus on rebuilding Gaza.
00:54After years of conflict, and to address other international hot spots.
00:59But the viral video immediately shifted the narrative.
01:03During remarks by Major General Jasper Jeffers III, Trump's eyes grew heavy.
01:09His head nodded slightly forward, and at several points he appeared to fall asleep.
01:14Only sudden applause or audience reactions jolted him awake.
01:18Social media erupted.
01:21Critics questioned his energy, alertness, and fitness for office.
01:26One ex-post read, Trump humiliates himself, falling fully asleep during world leader speeches
01:32at his own Board of Peace meeting.
01:34He must be Board of Peace.
01:36Another commented, absolutely humiliating, too old to remain president.
01:41Satirical claims of Trump swaying or even snoring spread alongside the footage.
01:48This was far from the first incident.
01:50Since returning to office in 2025, Trump has reportedly dozed off at multiple high-profile events.
01:58April 2025, Pope Francis' funeral, where he appeared to sleep and even snore.
02:04November 2025, Oval Office meeting, struggling to keep eyes open for nearly 20 minutes.
02:11December 2025, Cabinet meeting, televised, lasting nearly three hours, fighting off sleep repeatedly.
02:19December 2025, Rwanda DRC peace agreement signing.
02:24January 2026, various legislation signings, including the marijuana rescheduling executive
02:31order and whole milk legislation, where he appeared visibly drowsy.
02:36Trump has repeatedly dismissed these moments, claiming boredom during long meetings and insisting,
02:43I don't sleep much.
02:44The White House maintains he is in good health, citing preventative medical tests showing strong
02:50cardiac condition and attributing hand bruising to aspirin use for cardiovascular precautions.
02:56Despite the viral distraction, the Board of Peace meeting announced major commitments.
03:02The United States pledged $10 billion for peace and reconstruction efforts, particularly in Gaza.
03:09Nine other countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Kazakhstan, pledged over $7 billion in support.
03:18Indonesia, Morocco, Albania, Kosovo, Egypt and Jordan committed troops, police or training for regional
03:26stabilization efforts.
03:28Trump also used the platform to address Iran directly, urging a diplomatic solution to its nuclear program
03:35and warning of consequences if negotiations fail.
03:39He positioned the Board of Peace as a complement to the United Nations, aimed at fostering stronger global
03:46cooperation and proactive peace initiatives.
03:49As the 79-year-old president navigates ongoing global crises, the balance between personal stamina
03:56and diplomatic responsibility has never been under such intense scrutiny.
04:02The Board of Peace may mark a historic step in international cooperation,
04:07but the viral moment serves as a stark reminder.
04:10Optics can sometimes overshadow action.
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