Trump says he deserves Nobel Peace Prize but has doubts he will get it
Trump said he settled eight wars and helped secure hostages, but he said the Norwegian Nobel Committee may still pass him over.
- On Wednesday, Donald Trump reiterated his belief that he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize, just two days before the Norwegian Nobel Committee announces the 2026 recipient in Oslo on Friday.
- Trump asserts he should win the award "more than anyone else ever to have done so," citing his role settling eight conflicts between India and Pakistan, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and Israel and Iran.
- Venezuelan opposition leader Corina Machado gifted Trump her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize medal at the White House in January, a gesture Trump cites as justification despite rules prohibiting prize transfers.
- Trump claims his peacemaking efforts are ongoing and will soon include "another one," even though there are no signs yet of meaningful progress in ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.
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Prior to the Nobel Peace Declaration, President Trembe returned to present himself as an exceptional candidate for the prize, based on a "resolution" of disputes and a symbolic medal from Venezuela, while the wars of the Congo, Iran, Ukraine and others put his narrative under the global microscope.
Donald Trump Renews Nobel Peace Prize Bid, Says He Deserves 2026 Award After ‘Settling 8 Wars’
US President Donald Trump has renewed his push for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, saying he believes he deserves the prestigious award but expressing doubts that the Norwegian Nobel Committee will select him. His remarks came just two days before the committee is scheduled to announce this year's laureate on October 9. Donald Trump Renews Nobel Peace Prize Bid, Says He Deserves 2026 Award After ‘Settling 8 Wars’ .
It is about time: Trump makes fresh Nobel Peace Prize bid, but doubts committee will oblige - The Tribune
US President Donald Trump aggressively campaigned for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, claiming he settled eight conflicts. However, he doubted the Norwegian Nobel Committee would choose him, criticised Barack Obama's 2009 win, and faced scepticism over his unverified peace claims and ongoing global hostilities.
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