Pakistan to nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize, the government announced, crediting the US president for helping broker last month’s India-Pakistan ceasefire. The move has sparked debate, with India rejecting claims of US mediation and critics slamming the decision.
In a post on X, Pakistan’s government praised Trump’s “decisive diplomatic intervention” during recent tensions. The nuclear-armed neighbors engaged in four days of clashes before the truce. Islamabad claims Trump’s “pivotal leadership” prevented further escalation.
Trump has long suggested he deserves the Nobel. In May, he abruptly announced the ceasefire, later stating he used trade as leverage. “I told them, ‘Let’s stop it if you want trade with the US,’” he said.
The nomination drew sharp divides. Mushahid Hussain, a Pakistani senator, called Trump “good for Pakistan,” even if it “panders to his ego.” However, former ambassador Maleeha Lodhi condemned the move as “unfortunate,” citing Trump’s support for Israel’s Gaza actions.
On Friday, Trump sarcastically posted, “No, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do.” He has repeatedly mocked Barack Obama’s 2009 win, once urging the committee to revoke it.
The Nobel committee, based in Norway, receives thousands of nominations yearly. While Pakistani lawmakers can submit names, winning requires broad consensus. Given Trump’s polarizing record including stalled peace efforts in Ukraine and Gaza his chances remain slim. India’s denial of US mediation further weakens the case. New Delhi maintains it resolved tensions bilaterally, rejecting external involvement.
Analysts suggest Pakistan’s nomination may be strategic. With US-Pakistan relations strained, praising Trump could ease tensions. Alternatively, critics argue it undermines Pakistan’s stance on Palestine by honoring a leader who backs Israel.
The Nobel winner will be announced in October. Whether Pakistan to nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize sways the committee or merely fuels controversy—remains to be seen.
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