Donald Trump has long sought the Nobel Peace Prize, driven by a desire for international recognition and a rivalry with former president Barack Obama, who won the award in 2009. As the announcement for the next laureate approaches, Trump has intensified his public campaign, repeatedly claiming credit for ending various global conflicts, though many of his assertions are disputed or exaggerated. Despite support from some foreign leaders and advocacy groups, his efforts to broker peace in major ongoing wars, such as those in Gaza and Ukraine, have not succeeded. The ongoing comparison with Obama and the elusive nature of the prize continue to fuel Trump's public frustration and rhetoric.