Goa, June 21 -- In a surprising diplomatic development, Pakistan has officially nominated former U.S. President Donald J. Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" during the recent escalation between India and Pakistan. The conflict, sparked by a deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that left 26 dead, saw several days of intense cross-border shelling before a ceasefire was reached.

The announcement was made by the Pakistan government on X (formerly Twitter):"Government of Pakistan Recommends President Donald J. Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. The Government of Pakistan has decided to formally recommend President Donald J. Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Pr...