Pakistan Proposes Trump for Nobel Peace Prize amid Diplomatic Tensions

Pakistan's government claims Trump's diplomatic efforts played a pivotal role in securing a ceasefire following recent hostilities with India, prompting their nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, despite India's denial of US mediation.

Pakistan has officially announced plans to nominate U.S. President Donald Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize, attributing the proposal to his alleged involvement in negotiating a ceasefire last month between India and Pakistan. The announcement came via X, with officials asserting that Trump deserves recognition for showing "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" during the recent crisis between the neighboring countries.

While Pakistan has praised Trump's role, India's government has rejected claims of U.S. mediation, emphasizing its stance against external diplomatic involvement. The ceasefire, which was announced by Trump in May, followed several days of intense conflict between the two nuclear-armed nations. In their statement released early Saturday, Pakistan lauded Trump for exhibiting "strategic foresight" and "stellar statesmanship" through his engagement with both Islamabad and New Delhi, suggesting it was crucial in de-escalating a rapidly worsening situation.

Despite Pakistan's support, there has been no immediate response from either Washington or New Delhi regarding the nomination. Trump has consistently claimed that he played a key role in persuading both countries to cease hostilities; however, India has remained firm in denying any mediation role by the U.S. In a statement made last month, Trump indicated that he pressured both nations for a ceasefire to facilitate ongoing trade relationships.

The decision to nominate Trump has garnered mixed reactions within Pakistan. Mushahid Hussain, a former chair of the Senate Defence Committee, embraced the nomination, stating, "Trump is good for Pakistan," and suggested that if the move strokes his ego, it could be beneficial. Conversely, Maleeha Lodhi, a former Pakistani ambassador to the U.S., criticized the nomination, calling it "unfortunate" given Trump's controversial support for Israel and its military actions.

Recent statements from Trump on Truth Social acknowledged his diplomatic engagements but expressed skepticism about ever being awarded a Nobel Peace Prize, despite past comments where he'd implied he should be recognized for his efforts. Throughout his presidency, Trump has sought to mediate various global conflicts, including the ongoing issues in Ukraine and the Middle East, but has yet to achieve significant breakthroughs. His history of critiquing the Nobel Prize, particularly Barack Obama's 2009 award, adds another layer to the complex narrative surrounding this nomination.