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title: "Does Donald Trump deserve the Nobel Peace Prize?"
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# Does Donald Trump deserve the Nobel Peace Prize?

> Donald Trump believes he should get the Nobel Peace Prize. The 2025 prize is set to be awarded on Friday, 10 October.

By Daily Maverick Connect · Published 9 October 2025, 16:10 SAST · Updated 9 October 2025, 16:12 SAST

## Key points
- In a twist that even Hollywood couldn't script, Israel and Hamas have taken the first step in Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, leaving us to wonder if the former president is one Nobel Prize away from a sequel to his reality show, "The Art of the Deal: Peace Edition."
- Israel and Hamas have reached an initial agreement under Trump’s Gaza plan, marking a significant diplomatic step.
- Trump openly expresses his desire for a Nobel Peace Prize, claiming he is a deserving candidate.
- The international community is divided on whether Trump’s actions warrant such recognition.
- Readers are invited to share their opinions on Trump’s potential Nobel candidacy on Daily Maverick Connect.

## Content

Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of US President Donald Trump’s plan for Gaza. Trump has made no secret of the fact that he wants the Nobel, saying he “deserves” it and that “Everyone says” he should get it. What do you think: Is he a contender? And should he be? [Share your thoughts on Daily Maverick Connect](https://connect.dailymaverick.co.za/t/does-donald-trumps-peace-plan-in-the-middle-east-open-him-up-to-a-nobel-peace-prize/3100).