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Journalist Sells Nobel Prize for $103.5M to Aid Refugees

1/16/2026

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In January 2026, Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov auctioned his Nobel Peace Prize for $103.5 million to support Ukrainian child refugees.
This sale raises ethical questions about the prize's ownership.
The Nobel Committee states the Nobel Peace Prize cannot be revoked or transferred and can be sold.
María Corina Machado offered to share her Nobel Prize with U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Story summary

In January 2026, Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov auctioned his Nobel Peace Prize for $103.5 million to support Ukrainian child refugees.
This sale raises ethical questions about the prize's ownership.
The Nobel Committee states the Nobel Peace Prize cannot be revoked or transferred and can be sold.
María Corina Machado offered to share her Nobel Prize with U.S. President Donald Trump.