Former US President Donald Trump has received fresh backing for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) reportedly joining Pakistan in supporting his nomination. The endorsements come after Trump helped broker a landmark peace agreement between Congo and Rwanda, aimed at ending one of Africa’s longest-running conflicts.
🕊️ Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal: A Diplomatic Milestone
The peace accord, signed in Washington by the foreign ministers of both nations, pledges:
- Withdrawal of Rwandan troops from eastern DRC within 90 days
- Implementation of a 2024 ceasefire framework
- US support in monitoring and mineral rights cooperation
Trump, alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio, facilitated the deal, calling it “one of the worst wars anyone’s ever seen” and a “great day for Africa and the world”.
🗣️ Congo’s President Considers Nobel Nomination
During the signing ceremony, Congolese journalist Hariana Veras told Trump that President Félix Tshisekedi is considering nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize:
“You have been working to bring peace in the world, not only in the Congo… Tshisekedi told me that for many years, American presidents have overlooked this conflict,” she said.
🇵🇰 Pakistan’s Earlier Endorsement
Earlier this month, Pakistan formally proposed Trump’s name for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his “decisive diplomatic intervention” during the India-Pakistan crisis in May 2025. Trump claimed his backchannel diplomacy helped avert a broader war, though India has denied any third-party mediation.
🧠 Trump’s Peace Portfolio: A Recap
Trump has repeatedly cited his role in:
- India-Pakistan ceasefire (Operation Sindoor)
- Congo-Rwanda peace treaty
- Abraham Accords in the Middle East
- Efforts in Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Iran conflicts
Despite his claims, Trump lamented that the Nobel Committee “only gives it to liberals,” saying, “I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do”.
Stay tuned for updates on the Nobel nomination process and global reactions.
