Pakistan Nobel Peace Prize Nomination for Trump

Pakistan plans to nominate US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan in May, with the government praising his "great strategic foresight and stellar statesmanship" in de-escalating the situation.

The nomination is seen as a way to recognize Trump's efforts in bringing an end to the four-day conflict, which Pakistan attributes to a bilateral agreement between the two militaries. However, some analysts believe the move is also aimed at persuading Trump to reconsider his stance on potentially joining Israel in striking Iran, a move Pakistan strongly opposes.

The Pakistani government has announced its intention to nominate Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" during the crisis. The government noted that Trump's efforts helped to de-escalate the situation and secure a ceasefire, averting a broader conflict between the two nuclear-armed states.

However, not everyone is supportive of the nomination, with some critics arguing that Trump's record on issues such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and his handling of the Iran crisis do not justify the award. The Indian government has also disputed Pakistan's account of the conflict, with the foreign secretary saying that hostilities ceased only after Pakistan requested a ceasefire.

The nomination has sparked a debate about Trump's eligibility for the Nobel Peace Prize, with some questioning his support for Israel's actions in the region. Despite the criticism, Pakistan's government remains committed to recognizing Trump's efforts in mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan.