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Israel to Award Trump Peace Prize in 2026

Published December 30, 2025, 10:35

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel will award its peace prize to Donald Trump in 2026. This decision marks a historic change, as the award has traditionally been given to Israeli citizens. Netanyahu explained that the honor is being bestowed upon Trump for his “tremendous contributions” to Israel and his support for its fight against Hamas in Gaza. Trump, visibly thrilled, said he was “very surprised” and “moved” to be honored and hinted he might travel to Israel for the ceremony. He is considered the “architect” of a peace plan for Gaza and boasts of having ended many wars, believing he should also receive the Nobel Peace Prize.