US EditionUS President Donald Trump named first winner of FIFA peace prize
- On Friday at the Kennedy Center, FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize to U.S. President Donald Trump, awarding him a gold trophy and medal.
- FIFA announced the prize in November to recognize individuals who take exceptional actions for peace, following President Trump's public campaign for the Nobel Peace Prize after the Norwegian Nobel Committee passed him over.
- Infantino praised Trump's diplomatic efforts and read FIFA's citation as Trump said, `We saved millions and millions of live` while accepting the honor.
- Human Rights Watch has asked FIFA for the prize's criteria but received no response, while critics noted no nominees and senior officials said the FIFA Council was not consulted.
- Next year's World Cup, beginning June 11, 2026, will keep Trump central to preparations amid plans for 16 cities across North America.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the recently established FIFA Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump today in Washington, during the World Cup group draw ceremonies.
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Trump Receives First Ever 'FIFA Peace Prize'
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Trump Receives First FIFA Peace Prize
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Trump receives FIFA’s inaugural Peace Prize
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony held in Washington D.C., an honour FIFA President Gianni Infantino said recognises Trump’s contributions to preventing global conflict and advancing the growth of world football. The award, presented with a large trophy and a commemorative medal, immediately ignited debate over whether FIFA was venturing too deeply into political…
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