Former US President Donald Trump is making a last-ditch effort to win the Nobel Peace Prize. His strategy centers on achieving a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict. A major meeting is planned for September 29th to address the ceasefire, and upon approval from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the proposal will be presented to Hamas.
Trump wants a Gaza ceasefire by October 1st because the Nobel committee will announce the winner on October 10th.
Why Gaza is Key for Trump
Over 65,000 people have died in Gaza since October 2023. Israel faces criticism from European and Arab countries, while the United States is a strong supporter of Israel. French President Emmanuel Macron suggested that ending the Gaza war could lead to Trump receiving the Nobel Prize.
Subsequently, the US presidential office increased its efforts to establish peace, including a meeting with the Israeli Prime Minister.
Nobel Peace Prize Criteria
The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded to those who promote brotherhood among nations, work toward the elimination or reduction of standing armies, and significantly contribute to peace conferences and diplomacy.
Trump claims he ended seven wars within his first seven months as president, but he hasn’t stopped the Russia-Ukraine war, which he had mentioned stopping before.
Trump has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by countries like Cambodia and Pakistan. He also expressed his wish to receive the Nobel during a UN speech, saying he was doing the UN’s work.