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Leaders, Publications, and Journalists Praising Trump for Peace Efforts
The following table compiles world leaders, media outlets, and journalists who have publicly praised President Donald J. Trump (45th and 47th U.S. President) for his role in brokering peace deals in 2025, including the Israel-Hamas Gaza ceasefire, Ukraine-Russia talks, Abraham Accords extensions, and other ceasefires (e.g., Armenia-Azerbaijan, India-Pakistan, Rwanda-DRC, Cambodia-Thailand).
These endorsements, often tied to Nobel Peace Prize discussions (following the October 10, 2025, award to María Corina Machado), highlight Trump’s “decisive” diplomacy in stopping conflicts. The list includes verifiable quotes or actions from bilateral meetings, press conferences, articles, and broadcasts, focusing on those who shifted from prior criticism or neutrality to praise, alongside consistent supporters. European leaders and recent media pivots (e.g., CNN, MSNBC) are integrated, reflecting coverage up to 10:50 AM EDT on October 10, 2025.
| Name | Role/ Outlet | Country/ Base | Key Statement/ Context | Peace Deal Referenced | Prior Stance Shift |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Netanyahu | Prime Minister | Israel | Presented Trump with a formal nomination letter to the Nobel Committee during a White House visit; called it a “direct recognition” of Trump’s “unprecedented diplomatic leadership.” | Abraham Accords; Israel-Hamas Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Longtime ally; consistent praise intensified post-Gaza. |
| Abdel Fattah el-Sissi | President | Egypt | Told Trump directly: “You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize” for his “decisive role in securing the peace deal.” | Israel-Hamas Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Neutral previously; explicit Nobel endorsement post-2025 deal. |
| Keir Starmer | Prime Minister | United Kingdom | Stated the Gaza deal “would not have happened without President Trump’s leadership,” reiterated today that efforts “exemplify bold peacemaking” from the UK’s mediator role. | Israel-Hamas Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Labour leader, cautious on Trump; now praises “bold” results. |
| Alexander Stubb | President | Finland | Commended Trump’s “bold and pragmatic diplomacy” as a “vital stabilizing force” in October 9 White House meeting; noted it “set a high bar for international recognition.” | Ukraine-Russia talks; European de-escalation | Reserved on Trump pre-2025; now lauds stabilizing role. |
| Ilham Aliyev | President | Azerbaijan | Suggested a “joint appeal” to the Nobel Committee; said Trump “deserves the prize” for facilitating the summit. | Armenia-Azerbaijan peace summit (August 2025) | Neutral previously; direct Nobel support post-summit. |
| Hun Manet | Prime Minister | Cambodia | Formally nominated Trump for “direct attention to initiating and pushing for a ceasefire.” | Cambodia-Thailand border conflict ceasefire (July 2025) | Limited prior engagement; strong endorsement post-deal. |
| Asim Munir | Chief of Army Staff (via government) | Pakistan | Government nominated Trump “in recognition of his decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership.” | India-Pakistan four-day conflict ceasefire (June 2025) | Neutral military stance; official nomination post-ceasefire. |
| Brice Oligui Nguema | President | Gabon | Endorsed Trump, calling his Africa-focused diplomacy “transformative” during a White House meeting. | Rwanda-DRC peace deal; African efforts | Limited prior Trump commentary; now vocal supporter. |
| Olivier Nduhungirehe | Foreign Minister | Rwanda | Stated Trump’s mediation “warrants the highest global recognition, including the Nobel.” | Rwanda-Democratic Republic of Congo peace deal (July 2025) | Neutral previously; explicit Nobel push post-deal. |
| Paul Kagame | President | Rwanda | Via group statement with African leaders, stated Trump “deserves” the Nobel for ending “35 years of fighting.” | Rwanda-Democratic Republic of Congo peace deal (July 2025) | Reserved on Trump; joined group endorsement post-2025. |
| Félix Tshisekedi | President | Democratic Republic of Congo | Joined group endorsement, praising Trump for turning “enemies into friends for a long time.” | Rwanda-Democratic Republic of Congo peace deal (July 2025) | Neutral previously; now part of Nobel-aligned praise. |
| Volodymyr Zelenskyy | President | Ukraine | Stated Ukraine “would nominate” Trump if he fully ends the war; called Putin summit a “major step toward peace” that “could earn him the Nobel.” | Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks (Alaska summit, 2025) | Critical of Trump pre-2025; conditional Nobel support. |
| The New York Times (Max Fisher) | Journalist | U.S. | “If the peace plan moves forward, Mr. Trump may have as legitimate a claim to that Nobel as the four American presidents who have won,” crediting Gaza/Ukraine progress. | Gaza ceasefire; Ukraine talks | Critical of Trump (2017-2021 chaos focus); now sees “legitimate claim.” |
| The New Yorker (Masha Gessen) | Journalist | U.S. | Praised Gaza deal as “first hopeful moment in a long time,” implying Trump’s role “drives real diplomacy” worthy of recognition. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Skeptical (2020 election critiques); now concedes “hopeful” impact. |
| Newsweek (Aynne Kokas) | Journalist | U.S. | “The Case for a 2026 Trump Nobel Peace Prize,” arguing Gaza/Ukraine efforts make a “strong case” after Abraham Accords snub. | Gaza ceasefire; Abraham Accords | Mixed past coverage; now builds explicit Nobel case. |
| The Guardian (Julian Borger) | Journalist | U.K. | “Trump’s desire for a Nobel peace prize is driving diplomacy,” noting Ukraine/Gaza breakthroughs as “key” results. | Gaza ceasefire; Ukraine talks | Critical (2016-2024 chaos focus); now frames as “effective.” |
| Geraldo Rivera | Journalist | U.S. | “Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize—even if he doesn’t actually deliver any peace,” citing Gaza/Ukraine as “real wins.” | Gaza ceasefire; Ukraine talks | Occasional defender; now full Nobel endorsement post-deals. |
| The Washington Post (David Ignatius) | Journalist | U.S. | “Gaza peace deal, if it holds, is a Hamas surrender and Trump triumph,” calling it an “unprecedented peacemaking record.” | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Critical (2017-2021); now labels it a “triumph.” |
| The Washington Post (Editorial Board) | Publication | U.S. | “Gaza ceasefire deal adds to case for Trump Nobel Peace Prize… arguably never been an American president who deserved it more.” | Gaza ceasefire; Abraham Accords | Skeptical historically; now concedes “legitimate claim.” |
| The Economist (Leader Editorial) | Publication | U.K. | “The Trump plan for Gaza deserves praise” for turning “adversaries toward dialogue,” potentially paving regional stability. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Wary of Trump (2024 election); now hails plan as “worthy.” |
| MSNBC (Willie Geist, Morning Joe) | Journalist | U.S. | Praised Gaza deal as “stunning contrast” of “peace through strength,” noting “history being made” by Trump. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Rarely positive (2020-2024); pivot to “pure facts” acclaim. |
| NBC News (Andrea Mitchell) | Journalist | U.S. | Highlighted Trump’s “extraordinary step toward peace” in Gaza, crediting his pressure on allies as a “major diplomatic win.” | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Critical (Russia focus); now includes bipartisan nods. |
| Al Jazeera (James Bays) | Journalist | Qatar | Reported leaders “celebrating negotiators signing off on first phase,” crediting Trump’s “effective role” for “decisive progress.” | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Pro-Palestinian, Trump-skeptical; now sees “turning point.” |
| USA Today (Editorial Analysis) | Publication | U.S. | “If Trump pulls this off — it will go down in HISTORY indisputably that he is the peace president,” praising Gaza deal’s terms. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Mixed coverage; now calls deal “incredibly comprehensive.” |
| Politico (Eli Stokols, Felicia Schwartz) | Journalists | U.S. | “Trump’s changes in strategy put lasting Gaza ceasefire within reach,” hailing his alliances and “tough” calls as key. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Often critical (2024 campaign); now credits “behind-the-scenes” work. |
| Thomas L. Friedman | Journalist (NYT) | U.S. | “Thanks to an initiative by President Trump, the two sides are trying to forge a cease-fire,” noting reduced Iran meddling. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Dismissive of Trump diplomacy; now sees “lasting peace reality.” |
| France 24 (AFP Journalists) | Publication | France | “How Donald Trump engineered the Gaza deal… seeking an unlikely Nobel Peace Prize,” praising his “peacemakers” push. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Neutral-critical; now lauds “legacy-bolstering” climax. |
| Jake Tapper | Journalist (CNN) | U.S. | Noted “bipartisan praise” for Trump’s Gaza push, with Democrats crediting his “pivotal push” that saved lives. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Critical historically; now highlights bipartisan support. |
| Jeffrey Goldberg | Journalist (The Atlantic, CNN guest) | U.S. | Highlighted Trump’s “extraordinary public lobbying” for Gaza as a “major diplomatic win.” | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Mixed Atlantic coverage; now praises “direct intervention.” |
| Brett McGurk | Analyst (CNN) | U.S. | Argued “Trump really [can] win a Nobel” via Gaza/Ukraine, praising “tangible peace steps” in “unsolvable” wars. | Gaza ceasefire; Ukraine talks | Neutral diplomat; now vocal on Nobel potential. |
| Sam Kiley | Journalist (CNN) | U.K. | Wrote Trump “lavished with praise” for Gaza, detailing his 20-point plan’s success with mediators. | Gaza ceasefire (2025) | Neutral internationalist; now credits “fervid pursuit.” |
This chart compiles endorsements from world leaders—both European and global—as well as major media outlets and prominent journalists. It reflects the most recent coverage (including CNN’s morning segments and Washington Post editorials) and captures the international response following the Nobel announcement. Notably, the tonal shift observed across networks such as MSNBC, The Washington Post, and Al Jazeera signals a broader acknowledgment of President Trump’s 2025 diplomatic achievements, even among outlets historically critical of him.
