His potential leadership in Donald Trump’s proposed peace initiative for Gaza is unlikely to alter that perception significantly. At 72, Blair is slated to sit on the board of an international transitional authority in Palestinian territories. He is credited with developing the framework of Trump’s peace plan, working alongside Trump’s son-in-law and advisor Jared Kushner. “His reputation is definitely tarnished by his role in the Iraq war,” Vakil noted. Israel reportedly welcomes his potential new role, with good rapport existing between Blair and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.