Jerusalem: In a bold display of support, Israel’s Knesset has officially endorsed U.S. President Donald Trump’s candidacy for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, days after his apparent snub for the 2025 honor. The announcement, made by Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, follows Trump’s pivotal role in brokering peace agreements in the Middle East, particularly his involvement in securing ceasefires and facilitating the release of hostages between Israel and Hamas.
During a session in Israel’s parliament on Monday, Ohana described Donald Trump as “the President of Peace” and commended his leadership in stabilizing global conflicts. “No one has done more than you to advance peace across the world,” Ohana declared, drawing a standing ovation from the members of the Knesset. “You’ve single-handedly reshaped the international landscape through your strength and resolve.”
This move comes after the disappointment of President Trump failing to secure the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, an award that instead went to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. Trump’s ambitions for the prestigious honor are well known, and the recent gesture from Israel represents a significant diplomatic endorsement of his legacy in foreign affairs.
Ohana went on to praise Donald Trump’s foreign policy successes, noting his efforts in securing ceasefires, facilitating prisoner exchanges, and halting bloody conflicts in at least eight regions globally. He argued that Trump’s presidency marked a turning point not just for America but for world peace.
“Through your leadership, President Trump, you saved countless lives and halted numerous conflicts. True peace, you have shown, is forged through strength. Only those willing to use force when necessary can avert the greater cost of conflict,” Ohana remarked.
The Knesset Speaker further compared Trump to ancient Persian king Cyrus the Great, who allowed Jews to return to Israel and rebuild the Second Temple. “You, Mr. President, are a giant in Jewish history. We must look back over two millennia to find a leader whose actions echo yours,” said Ohana.
In a sweeping call to action, Ohana announced that Israel, in conjunction with Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Mike Johnson, would rally global political leaders, including parliamentary speakers and heads of state, to support Trump’s nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize next year.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also spoke passionately during the session, thanking President Trump for his unflinching support of Israel throughout his tenure. “When Israel stood alone against growing international pressure and false narratives at the UN, it was President Trump who defended us,” Netanyahu said. “Under his leadership, diplomatic pressure turned in our favor, and we secured vital hostage exchanges with Hamas.”
The Prime Minister specifically referenced two military operations—Operation Rising Lion and Operation Midnight Hammer—joint airstrikes by Israel and Iran against Iranian targets, thanking Trump for his role in aligning global support for these actions.
“President Trump understood Israel’s needs. He recognized our struggle and stood by us when others hesitated,” Netanyahu added.
While Trump’s peace efforts in the Middle East have been controversial in certain circles, particularly regarding his handling of relations with Iran and Palestine, Israel’s unequivocal praise highlights the ongoing alignment between the two nations.
The Knesset’s formal backing of Trump comes amid his continuous push for peace and stability across the globe. As calls grow for a Nobel Peace Prize nomination, the spotlight remains on his legacy, with many citing his diplomacy as a game-changer in a volatile world.
As for the 2026 Nobel nomination, Israel’s endorsement could galvanize international support for Trump, framing him as a key player in the pursuit of lasting peace—both in the Middle East and beyond.
