'I may share it with Trump': Navi Pillay jokes after winning Nobel Peace Prize
2026 Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay made a lighthearted comment about sharing her award with Donald Trump during a speech in Nuremberg. The article provides context on Trump's long-standing interest in the prize and mentions previous Nobel-related controversies involving Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.
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The story highlights the intersection of international prestige, political ambition, and the ongoing global discourse surrounding democratic rights.
Navi Pillay, the South African jurist who won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, joked about sharing the honour with US President Donald Trump while reacting to the announcement, bringing renewed attention to the Republican leader’s deep desire to receive the prestigious award.“If you clap a little bit more I may share this prize with Trump,” Pillay said in Nuremberg after being applauded following news of her win. She was recognised for her efforts to promote peace and international law by ensuring that war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide are prosecuted.Trump & his 'Nobel' quest Trump has repeatedly expressed his desire to win the Nobel Peace Prize and has argued that his diplomatic efforts deserve recognition.
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