The Nobel Peace Prize has been criticized for being a tool for the wealthy to whitewash their involvement in violence.
US President Donald Trump announced a peace deal between Israel and Hamas, potentially ending two years of violence.
Trump has repeatedly declared that he “deserves the prize”, claiming he has “ended seven wars” since 2017.
He stated, “No president or prime minister has ever done anything close to that,” and believes he should receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his achievements.
The Nobel Peace Prize announcement is set to take place on Friday, which Trump openly covets.
Author's summary: Trump's Nobel Peace Prize prospects are debated.