The Government of Pakistan has officially announced that it will recommend former U.S. President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, acknowledging his significant role in defusing the recent military crisis between Pakistan and India.
In a statement shared on the government’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, Islamabad credited Trump’s “strong diplomatic efforts and decisive leadership” with easing a dangerously escalating conflict between the two nuclear powers. The intervention, they noted, may have prevented a large-scale war and safeguarded millions of lives.
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“President Trump exhibited remarkable strategic insight and statesmanship by engaging both Islamabad and New Delhi during a critical phase. His actions helped bring about a ceasefire that averted disaster,” the statement read.
The conflict—referred to by Pakistani officials as the “2025 India-Pakistan crisis”—began following what Pakistan labeled as “unjustified Indian aggression” that breached its sovereignty and resulted in numerous civilian casualties. In response, Pakistan launched Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, which was described as a calibrated military response aimed at re-establishing deterrence while minimizing civilian harm.
Amid rising tensions, the Pakistani government claims that Trump’s behind-the-scenes diplomatic outreach was the turning point that eased the deadlock between the two sides.
According to Islamabad, “This intervention showcases President Trump’s genuine dedication to peace and his preference for resolving international disputes through dialogue.”
The statement also highlighted Trump’s ongoing interest in mediating the long-standing Kashmir conflict, emphasizing that his past and present initiatives demonstrate a “sincere desire for lasting peace in South Asia.” It further asserted that true stability in the region cannot be achieved without a resolution of the Kashmir issue, in line with United Nations Security Council resolutions.
This declaration came shortly after Trump reiterated his belief that he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in de-escalating South Asian tensions. Speaking to the media, Trump expressed frustration over the lack of recognition, stating, “I should’ve been awarded the Nobel Prize for preventing war between India and Pakistan.”
He added, “They should give me the Nobel for Rwanda, or the Congo, or Serbia and Kosovo—there are many examples. But especially India and Pakistan. I should’ve won it four or five times. But they only give it to liberals. They won’t give it to me.”
