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Nobel Peace Prize: 338 Nominees, Trump in Contention

10/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on October 10 in Oslo, Norway.
There are 338 nominees, up from 286 last year.
Donald Trump, former U.S. president, has nominations from several countries, including Israel and Pakistan.
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded 105 times to 142 laureates.
The prize has not been awarded on 19 occasions, often due to war or lack of suitable candidates.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1901, the Nobel Peace Prize recognizes significant contributions to global harmony, with 142 laureates awarded to date. Alfred Nobel, influenced by a critical obituary in 1888, sought to leave a positive legacy after inventing dynamite. The 2023 surge in nominees to 338 reflects an evolving landscape of international diplomacy, highlighting diverse peace efforts amid ongoing global conflicts.

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Story summary

The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on October 10 in Oslo, Norway.
There are 338 nominees, up from 286 last year.
Donald Trump, former U.S. president, has nominations from several countries, including Israel and Pakistan.
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded 105 times to 142 laureates.
The prize has not been awarded on 19 occasions, often due to war or lack of suitable candidates.

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