White House: Trump Has Brokered Peace Deal “Every Month” Since Taking Office.
The White House is pushing for President Donald Trump to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his administration’s diplomatic achievements as he prepares for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt declared it was “well past time” for Trump to receive the honor, claiming he has “brokered one peace deal or ceasefire per month” since returning to office in January.
Claimed Achievements
Leavitt highlighted several diplomatic developments during Trump’s presidency, including:
- Agreements between Cambodia and Thailand
- Progress on Serbia-Kosovo relations
- Diplomatic efforts involving Egypt and Ethiopia
- Engagement between India and Pakistan
The White House also pointed to reduced tensions with Iran as evidence of Trump’s peacemaking efforts.
Notable Omissions
The administration’s list notably excludes two major ongoing conflicts:
Ukraine: Trump repeatedly promised to end the war “on day one” of his presidency, but fighting continues months into his term.
Gaza: The conflict persists despite diplomatic efforts, with American military aid continuing to flow to the region.
Historical Context
Trump’s Nobel Prize aspirations have drawn comparisons to Barack Obama, who received the award in 2009. The current push comes as Trump prepares for high-profile talks with Putin, a leader he has previously praised despite international criticism of Russia’s actions in Ukraine.
Mixed Record on Peace
Critics question whether Trump’s diplomatic approach constitutes genuine peacemaking, pointing to military actions during his previous term, including strikes on Iran. Supporters argue his unconventional style has achieved results where traditional diplomacy failed.
Looking Ahead
The upcoming Putin meeting will be closely watched as a test of Trump’s self-proclaimed ability to resolve international conflicts through personal diplomacy.
The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded by the Norwegian Nobel Committee and recognizes those who have “done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, for the abolition or reduction of standing armies and for the holding and promotion of peace congresses.”
