Trump Criticises Norway After Nobel Peace Prize Snub
Published On 10 Oct, 2026
9 News HD:US President Donald Trump has criticised Norway after he was not awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. He called the decision a stain on Norway and said the prize had lost its value.
Trump spoke about the issue during a rally in Syracuse, New York, on Friday. His comments came after the Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to South African jurist Navi Pillay. Trump questioned the decision and said he had never heard of the winner before.
The US president also criticised the people behind the award. He said he believed he deserved the prize because of his efforts to help end conflicts around the world. Trump mentioned several international disputes that he claimed to have helped settle or prevent, but he did not provide evidence for all of these claims.
The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded each year to people or organisations recognised for their work towards peace. The Nobel Committee selected Pillay for her work in support of peace and international law.
Pillay has held several important roles in international justice. She previously served as a judge at the International Criminal Court and as the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. She has spent many years working on human rights and legal issues around the world.
Trump's latest comments have brought fresh attention to his long-running disappointment over not receiving the award. His remarks also come at a time of growing tension between his administration and international legal organisations.
The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize ceremony is scheduled to take place in Oslo, Norway, on December 10. The debate over this year's award is likely to continue as reactions to the decision spread.
