The families of hostages held in Gaza have urged the Norwegian Nobel Committee to award President Donald Trump the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his proposed plan to end the Israel-Gaza conflict and secure the release of all remaining captives. According to reports, the Hostages and Missing Families Forum sent a letter to the committee, highlighting Trump’s “comprehensive plan” as a potential pathway to peace.
The families stated that Hamas has agreed to release Israeli hostages under terms outlined in Trump’s Gaza proposal, calling it a rare moment of hope after months of violence. They praised Trump for his commitment to ending the war and restoring stability to the Middle East, noting his efforts during a previous US-brokered ceasefire earlier this year.
“We strongly urge you to award President Trump the Nobel Peace Prize because he has vowed he will not rest and will not stop until every last hostage is back home,” the letter emphasized.
Trump has been repeatedly nominated for the prize since 2018, with supporters including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who recently cited the U.S.’s role in a recent Israel-Iran conflict and its subsequent ceasefire. The Nobel Committee is set to announce its winner on October 10.
At the United Nations, Trump reiterated his belief that he “deserved” the award for his efforts to end conflicts, including Israel’s war in Gaza. However, experts suggest his chances are low, as the committee typically prioritizes long-term peace initiatives and international collaboration over short-term agreements.
Nominations for Trump this year also included Pakistan’s government, though those were submitted after the deadline for the 2025 award.