Trump criticises Norway over 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Trump’s rally in Syracuse

Donald Trump spoke at a campaign rally in Syracuse, New York, on Friday, dedicating a significant portion of his address to the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. He accused Norway and the Nobel committee of a “disgraceful and embarrassing decision” for not awarding the prize to the United States, which he said should have been given.

Claims of conflict resolution

During the speech, Trump listed several wars he claimed to have settled, including the Iran and Russia-Ukraine conflicts. He stated he would end both wars “quickly” and described Iran as a threat that would either be forced to comply or cease to exist. He also asserted that he had prevented Iran from developing nuclear weapons, despite U.S. intelligence reports indicating that Iran had suspended such pursuits in 2003.

Critique of the Nobel laureate

Trump criticized the 2026 laureate, Navi Pillay, describing her as a “liberal person who works at the United Nations” and noting that she was largely unknown to the public. He implied that her selection undermined the prestige of the prize.