Trump Criticizes Norway Over Nobel Peace Prize Decision

US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction regarding the Nobel Peace Prize, labeling this year's decision as 'disgraceful and embarrassing.' The prize was awarded to former International Criminal Court judge Navi Pillay on Friday. Following the announcement, Trump stated at a rally that he had 'never heard' of the awardee, referring to her as a 'mystery person.' He described the decision as 'an indelible stain on the country of Norway' and emphasized that 'we will not forget.' Trump has previously voiced his desire to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, having made similar remarks in 2025 when it was awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre had previously informed Trump that the prize is awarded by an independent committee based in Norway, not by the Norwegian government. During the rally in Syracuse, New York, Trump reiterated claims of having settled eight wars and being 'about to settle or win two more,' though he did not provide evidence for these assertions. He criticized the Nobel Peace Prize as being 'forever discredited by a handful of radical ideologues who are anti-democracy and really enemies of civilization.' The Nobel committee recognized Pillay 'for her efforts to promote peace and international law,' which contributed to a 'more comprehensive global legal order.' Jørgen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, stated that her work was crucial in prosecuting war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. Pillay, upon hearing the news, humorously remarked that it must be a joke and thanked those who applauded her, suggesting she might share the prize with Trump if they clapped more. Last year, Trump had publicly expressed his disappointment at not receiving the prize, with the White House accusing the committee of prioritizing politics over peace. In January, Machado presented her medal to Trump during a White House meeting, acknowledging his commitment to her country's freedom. Trump described this gesture as 'a wonderful gesture of mutual respect.' The Nobel committee later clarified that the prize is not transferable, stating, 'Once a Nobel Prize is announced, it cannot be revoked, shared, or transferred to others.'