Donald Trump has openly expressed his ambition to win a Nobel Peace Prize to enhance his presidential legacy, and a potential peace settlement ending the conflict in Gaza could be a factor in the committee’s decision-making process. A spokesperson from a British betting agency mentioned to Newsweek that Trump’s odds of winning the 2025 peace prize have significantly increased following recent developments leading to a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
The final meeting of the Nobel committee, which included the review of 338 nominees, took place on Monday, as confirmed by a spokesperson for the Norwegian Nobel Institute. The committee’s secretary, Kristian Berg Harpviken, stated to Reuters that a specific peace process or a new international agreement in progress would be considered for the prize.
Despite Trump’s efforts, there is a crucial obstacle for him as the nomination deadline was before he began his second term as president. Only four U.S. presidents have won the peace prize, with Jimmy Carter being honored years after his presidency. Trump’s peace efforts have faced skepticism, especially concerning his claims of ending multiple conflicts, which have been questioned for their long-term impact.
Past peace prize laureates like Arafat and Kissinger highlight the controversial nature of the award. While governments can nominate candidates, other eligible nominators may have reservations about supporting Trump’s candidacy. The peace perspective of Trump’s administration has been criticized, raising doubts about his suitability for the prestigious award.
