Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has officially nominated former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. During a celebratory dinner at the White House, Netanyahu handed Trump the nomination letter, praising his role in leading joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Trump, visibly pleased, responded by saying, “Coming from you in particular, this is very meaningful,” highlighting his long-standing desire to be recognized as a global peacemaker.
The leaders were joined by their top aides in the White House Blue Room, where they marked what they called a successful military operation in Iran. At the same time, they discussed a proposed 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, aiming to halt the ongoing 21-month conflict. Netanyahu described Trump as someone who is “forging peace as we speak,” claiming progress across multiple regions under Trump’s guidance.
Trump has repeatedly expressed his ambition to earn a Nobel Peace Prize and has promoted peace deals his administration helped negotiate. These include recent truces between India and Pakistan, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, and even Israel and Iran. Netanyahu’s nomination not only aligns with Trump’s goal but also strengthens their political alliance ahead of further regional negotiations.
Despite the positive atmosphere, Netanyahu’s visit was overshadowed by the ongoing war in Gaza and increasing international calls for a permanent solution. Yet both leaders maintained a hopeful tone, insisting that the Iran mission has shifted momentum in the region. “I think things are going to be really settled down a lot in the Middle East,” Trump said, emphasizing renewed respect for the U.S. and Israel.
Moving forward, the ceasefire talks in Gaza will test the lasting impact of their alliance. However, with the Nobel nomination in play and fresh military actions behind them, Trump and Netanyahu are expected to use their influence to push for more strategic peace moves in the region.