Putin and Lukashenko React to Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Snub

Putin's View on Nobel Prize Merit

• 💡 Vladimir Putin stated that the Nobel Peace Prize should be awarded based on "actual merit," criticizing past instances where recipients "did nothing for peace" and thus eroded the prize's authority.
• 🌍 He acknowledged that Donald Trump is actively "doing a lot to resolve complicated issues" globally, citing efforts in the Ukraine crisis and the Middle East, which he described as potentially a "truly historic achievement" if completed.
• ⚖️ Despite recognizing Trump's contributions, Putin maintained that it was "not for him to decide" whether Trump should receive the Nobel Peace Prize.

Lukashenko's Defense of Trump

• 😤 Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko vehemently called the decision not to award Trump the prize "complete nonsense," asserting that Trump "deserved this Nobel Prize."
• 🕊️ Lukashenko argued that Trump "has done quite a bit for peace" and that the Nobel Committee's decision was a "great disservice to the peace process" by overlooking his efforts.
• 🚫 He expressed unfamiliarity with Maria Corina Machado, the actual recipient, but remained firm that Trump should have been recognized for his role in fostering peace.

Nobel Committee's Deliberation Process

• 🏛️ A representative from the Nobel Peace Prize Committee indicated that decisions are based solely on "the work and the will of Alfred Nobel."
• 📢 The committee stated it is accustomed to "campaign-like activity" and media attention, receiving thousands of letters annually, but these do not influence their deliberations.