Trump says he deserves peace prize ahead of announcement

Former US President Donald Trump has declared his belief that he should receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 2026, despite ongoing conflicts and the committee's history of not awarding it to individuals like himself. The Norwegian Nobel Committee is set to announce the winner on Friday. Trump has repeatedly stated his belief that he is a deserving recipient of the prestigious award since his return to the White House last year.

He also mentioned being honored to receive the prize indirectly last time through the recipient's support for his efforts in Venezuela. Trump claims to have been nominated for the award by the leaders of Cambodia, Israel, and Pakistan, although the veracity of these claims cannot be confirmed. However, parties to some of the conflicts Trump claims to have resolved dispute his diplomatic role, and tensions have escalated in several regions, including the Democratic Republic of Congo and the border between Cambodia and Thailand.

Despite Trump's promises to end Russia's war in Ukraine on his first day in office, the conflict continues unabated. The Pope, the International Criminal Court, and the special rapporteur for the Palestinian Territories are among the leading candidates for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.