Trump’s Gaza Support Sparks Anger After Pakistan Endorses Him as Peacemaker
In a stunning and controversial move, the government of Pakistan has officially endorsed former U.S. President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, triggering widespread outrage both domestically and internationally. The decision, which came shortly after a high-level meeting between Trump and Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir, has been condemned as politically motivated, ethically hollow, and diplomatically risky—especially given Trump’s vocal support for Israel’s military operations in Gaza.
As social media in Pakistan lit up with condemnation, journalists, former diplomats, and human rights activists united in denouncing what they called a “national embarrassment.” Critics argue that endorsing Trump—who has openly defended Israel’s airstrikes in Gaza and urged aggressive actions against Iran—undermines Pakistan’s claim of being a moral voice in the Muslim world.
Why Pakistan Endorsed Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2026
According to official Pakistani sources, Trump was nominated for his “role in preventing escalation” between India and Pakistan following rising tensions in the Kashmir region earlier this year. During his lunch meeting with General Asim Munir, Trump publicly thanked Pakistan for showing restraint and “not going into war” with India. Pakistani authorities portrayed this as a diplomatic breakthrough and suggested Trump’s “mature leadership” was instrumental in maintaining regional peace.
Trump stepped in when war loomed large.
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His diplomacy defused tension, not triggered it.
Pakistan remembers actions, not optics.#PakistanNominatesTrump pic.twitter.com/5vgW4609Ho
This endorsement, however, is widely seen by analysts as a calculated geopolitical gambit. With Pakistan struggling for relevance on the global stage and facing economic dependency on both the U.S. and China, the military establishment appears eager to curry favor with Washington—especially as Trump’s re-election bid gains momentum.
Observers also note that Pakistan is hoping to use Trump’s past interest in Kashmir mediation to open a diplomatic backchannel, something India has consistently refused. By nominating Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, Pakistan is likely attempting to position him as a “neutral global peacemaker” who could potentially revive dialogue on the Kashmir issue—despite India’s firm stance against third-party involvement.
However, many experts argue that this strategy is flawed and short-sighted. For a country that positions itself as a defender of Muslim causes, especially Palestine, endorsing a man who celebrated Israel’s aggressive military campaigns in Gaza seems deeply contradictory.
Gaza War and Hypocrisy: Why Pakistanis Are Outraged by Trump’s Nomination
The backlash within Pakistan has been swift, widespread, and emotionally charged. From former diplomats like Maleeha Lodhi to senior journalists and student activists, many Pakistanis view the move as a betrayal of core humanitarian values.
Veteran columnist Zahid Hussain was blunt: “A man who backed the genocidal war in Gaza—so pathetic. Pakistan has no dignity left.” Similarly, Senator Allama Raja Nasir condemned the nomination as “deeply misguided and morally bankrupt.” Several social media influencers used even harsher language, accusing the government of “shameless sycophancy” and “licking boots for American approval.”
At the center of this fury is Trump’s unwavering support for Israel during the brutal Gaza conflict. Not only did Trump refuse to condemn civilian casualties, but he also endorsed preemptive military strikes against Iran, further enraging those who see him as a warmonger, not a peacemaker.
Adding fuel to the fire is the context: Trump’s nomination was announced while hundreds of Palestinians remain displaced, hospitals destroyed, and a humanitarian crisis unfolds in Gaza. For many in Pakistan and across the Muslim world, this is nothing short of diplomatic treason. The irony is hard to ignore. Pakistan, which has long championed the cause of Palestine at global forums, now stands accused of endorsing the architect of Gaza’s suffering. For critics, it’s not just a political miscalculation—it’s a moral collapse.
Internationally too, the move has drawn skepticism. Indian analysts called it “political theater,” dismissing any suggestion that Trump played a meaningful role in de-escalating India–Pakistan tensions. Meanwhile, human rights organizations questioned whether any leader who praises state violence can ever qualify for a Peace Prize.
Pakistan’s endorsement of Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize appears less about global peace and more about seeking Western validation. In doing so, the country has exposed itself to charges of hypocrisy, betrayal, and political desperation. In a world where perception matters as much as policy, this nomination has already damaged Pakistan’s moral standing—and may yet haunt its foreign policy credibility for years to come.
