Netanyahu calls for Trump to receive Nobel Peace Prize after Gaza ceasefire deal
'Israeli' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday publicly called for US President Donald Trump to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, just hours after Trump announced the ceasefire agreement in Gaza.
In a brief post on the official Prime Minister’s Office X (formerly Twitter) account, Netanyahu wrote: “Give Donald Trump the Nobel Peace Prize. He deserves it.”
Give @realDonaldTrump the Nobel Peace Prize - he deserves it! pic.twitter.com/Hbuc7kmPt1
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) October 9, 2025
The endorsement comes as recognition of Trump’s pivotal role in pressuring all parties to reach the historic truce. Netanyahu had previously submitted a formal nomination for Trump during a White House meeting in July 2025, highlighting his contributions as a “deal-maker.”
Trump has repeatedly stated that his motivation is to end the aggression. According to media reports, he told Netanyahu in a call: “Israel cannot fight the world,” emphasizing the need for a diplomatic resolution.
The Gaza ceasefire is considered one of Trump’s most significant diplomatic achievements in his second term. It follows intense negotiations, during which Trump pushed Netanyahu to accept a 20-point peace plan. However, Netanyahu faces strong opposition from far-right members of his government, including ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich, who have threatened to destabilize the cabinet.
Despite Netanyahu’s support, Trump’s chances of winning this year’s Nobel Peace Prize remain uncertain. The Nobel Committee typically finalizes its decision weeks in advance of the public announcement, scheduled for Friday, suggesting that the Gaza agreement may have come too late to influence this year’s selection.
AI-generated image as political tool
'Israeli' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu leveraged an AI-generated image on X (formerly Twitter) to highlight US President Donald Trump’s role in the Gaza ceasefire, showing Trump with a Nobel Peace Prize medal around his neck. The post was timed to directly link Trump’s efforts with the US-brokered agreement, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and Türkiye.
This marks one of the few instances where a senior politician has officially used an AI-generated image to convey a high-stakes political message.
Strategic Messages Beyond Gratitude
Netanyahu’s post carries multiple diplomatic signals:
- Political Support for Trump: The post publicly frames Trump as a “peace-maker” deserving international recognition, reinforcing his status amid domestic and global criticism.
- Emphasizing US Leadership: By highlighting Trump’s decisive role in ending the war, Netanyahu underscores the importance of the US-'Israel' strategic alliance for regional and global audiences.
- Influencing the Nobel Committee: While Trump’s chances of winning this year’s award are slim due to early nomination deadlines, the public call from a key regional leader adds symbolic pressure and media momentum that could affect future considerations.
Trump himself has repeatedly expressed his belief that he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize, stating at the United Nations: “Everyone says I should get the Nobel Peace Prize” and previously calling it a “great insult to America” if he were denied.
This year’s Nobel Peace Prize winner will be announced Friday in Oslo, with 338 nominees in contention. The recipient will receive a gold medal and a $1.2 million prize. Analysts note that while Trump’s chances this year are low, the Gaza ceasefire could bolster his candidacy in future cycles.
