Pakistan nominates Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for 'decisive diplomacy' in India-Pakistan conflict
The announcement comes three days after US President Trump hosted Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir at the White House, a meeting that gained widespread attention in the backdrop of recent cross-border tensions.
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11:30 AM IST
The Pakistan government on Saturday said it will formally recommend US President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his "decisive diplomatic intervention" during the recent India-Pakistan military escalation.
The announcement was made through an official post on X, titled: “Government of Pakistan Recommends President Donald J Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize.”
The announcement comes three days after Trump hosted Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir at the White House, a meeting that gained widespread attention in the backdrop of recent cross-border tensions.
"The Government of Pakistan has decided to formally recommend President Donald J Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, in recognition of his decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership during the recent India-Pakistan crisis," the post said.
India-Pakistan tensions post-Pahalgam attack
Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated after the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, prompting India to launch precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7.
The cross-border hostilities lasted four days and ended on May 10 following talks between the Directors General of Military Operations of both countries.
Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for diffusing what he called a near-war situation between the two nuclear powers. India, however, maintains that its counter-strikes compelled Pakistan to seek de-escalation.
Pakistan hails Trump’s 'stellar statesmanship'
The Pakistani government lauded Trump’s role, stating that “at a moment of heightened regional turbulence”, he “demonstrated great strategic foresight and stellar statesmanship through robust diplomatic engagement with both Islamabad and New Delhi”.
It further added that the US president “de-escalated a rapidly deteriorating situation, ultimately securing a ceasefire and averting a broader conflict between the two nuclear states that would have had catastrophic consequences for millions of people in the region and beyond”.
“This intervention stands as a testament to his [Trump’s] role as a genuine peacemaker and his commitment to conflict resolution through dialogue,” it read.
The statement also acknowledged Trump’s “sincere offers” to mediate on the long-standing Jammu and Kashmir issue, and said his efforts reflect “a legacy of pragmatic diplomacy and effective peace-building”.
Trump reacts, says he won’t get peace prize
Meanwhile, Trump responded by expressing frustration that his diplomatic efforts — whether in South Asia, Russia-Ukraine or the Israel-Iran conflicts — are unlikely to be recognised with a Nobel Peace Prize.
Pakistan, on the other hand, said it hopes Trump’s “earnest efforts” will continue to support peace and stability in other volatile regions like West Asia, particularly amid the ongoing Gaza crisis and rising tensions involving Iran.
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