Could the International Space Station win a Nobel Peace Prize? Here's what to know

The Nobel Peace Prize could potentially be awarded to the International Space Station this year. According to prognosticators, the ISS is a rare symbol of global cooperation, especially in a time when multilateralism is crumbling. The organization behind the ISS represents a quest toward a common goal that transcends national interests.

The Norwegian Nobel Committee received 287 candidates for this year's prize, with just over a quarter of them being organizations. The committee typically focuses on the durability of peace, the promotion of international fraternity, and the quiet work of institutions that strengthen those goals. Haakon Gjerløw, director of the Peace Research Institute Oslo, is considered a top forecaster and suggests that the ISS could be a viable candidate.

Other potential contenders for the Nobel Peace Prize include various individuals and organizations, such as emergency teams in Sudan, children's advocates in Ukraine, and two top international courts. The Nobel Committee's announcement of the winner is set to take place on October 9 in Oslo.

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