Trump makes late Nobel Prize pitch: ‘Not bragging ... but I settled eight wars’

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   Trump makes late Nobel Peace Prize pitch, claims he 'settled eight wars'

   US President Donald Trump has renewed his campaign for the Nobel Peace Prize, claiming he deserves it for 'settling eight wars'. However, his chances are uncertain due to the ongoing conflict with Iran and disputed claims about his peace deals. The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Navi Pillay, an 85-year-old South African. Trump's pitch has been met with skepticism and criticism from various quarters.

   Why it matters

   The Nobel Peace Prize is a prestigious award given annually by the Norwegian Nobel Committee. Trump's claims of settling eight wars have been disputed, and his administration's inability to reach a lasting ceasefire with Iran has complicated his case. The awarding of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to Navi Pillay has also overshadowed Trump's bid.

   What is confirmed

   • Donald Trump claims he has 'settled eight wars'
   • The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Navi Pillay
   • Trump's chances of winning the Nobel Peace Prize are uncertain

   Still unconfirmed

   • Trump's administration has been unable to reach a lasting ceasefire with Iran

   What to watch next

   • The Norwegian Nobel Committee's future decisions
   • Developments in the conflict with Iran
   • Reactions from critics and supporters of Trump's bid
   Sources used for this update (20)

   1. The Independent — Nobel Peace Prize contenders who could beat Trump this year - from The Pope to Mark Carney
   2. Macleans.ca — Why Carney Could Win the Nobel Peace Prize
   3. Reuters — Trump says he deserves Nobel Peace Prize but has doubts he will get it
   4. USA Today — 'I'm not bragging': Trump makes last-minute play for Nobel Peace Prize
   5. New York Post — White House braces for another Nobel Peace Prize snub — but Trump could turn prospects around with two actions
   6. Time Magazine — 2026 Nobel Peace Prize Odds: Polymarket Trading Increases After Suspected 2025 Breach
   7. The Independent — Trump makes late Nobel Prize pitch: ‘Not bragging ... but I settled eight wars’
   8. Yahoo — “I settled eight wars”: Trump says he deserves Nobel Peace Prize
   9. newswav.com — Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky slams US and says Kyiv needs Starlink after Putin’s ‘horrifying....
   10. www.indiatoday.in — Donald Trump makes another Nobel Peace Prize pitch with eight wars claim and Iran hint: Not bragging, I s....
   11. www.aol.com — Trump makes late Nobel Prize pitch: ‘Not bragging ... but I settled eight wars’ - AOL
   12. news24online.com — Donald Trump makes fresh Nobel Peace Prize pitch, says he has ‘settled 8 wars’ despite Iran conflict ....
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