Trump Claims Credit for Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal Amid Nobel Prize Frustrations
June 21, 2025 – Former U.S. President Donald Trump is once again at the center of international headlines after claiming credit for brokering a peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. Trump praised the deal as a historic diplomatic breakthrough while simultaneously lamenting the fact that, in his view, he continues to be overlooked for the Nobel Peace Prize.
In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump declared the agreement a global victory, stating, “This is a Great Day for Africa and, quite frankly, a Great Day for the World!” The announcement comes after the DRC and Rwanda confirmed they had initialed a peace agreement aimed at ending the decades-long conflict in eastern Congo. The deal is expected to be formally signed in Washington, D.C., next week.
The conflict in the mineral-rich eastern region of the DRC has persisted for over three decades, with recent escalations fueled by the resurgence of the M23 rebel group. The region has become a flashpoint of violence, displacement, and humanitarian crises, with Rwanda accused by Congolese officials and international observers of backing the rebels—claims Rwanda has denied.
Trump, who has long branded himself as a master negotiator and global dealmaker, took the opportunity to frame the agreement as a triumph of his diplomatic influence. According to a joint statement by the two African nations, the peace deal was finalized after three days of intensive talks in Washington.
Trump Demands Recognition for Global Peace Efforts
Despite celebrating the breakthrough, Trump shifted focus to a recurring grievance—his exclusion from the Nobel Peace Prize honors. In his social media post, he criticized the Norwegian Nobel Committee for failing to recognize his previous efforts to mediate conflicts around the world.
“I stopped wars, made peace deals, and kept countries from going to war—but still no Nobel Peace Prize,” he wrote.
Trump cited several international engagements where he believes he played a pivotal role, including mediating tensions between India and Pakistan, helping avert conflict between Egypt and Ethiopia over Nile River disputes, and facilitating the Abraham Accords, which aimed to normalize diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab nations.
Trump’s critics argue that many of the deals he touts lacked enforceable commitments or have since unraveled. The Abraham Accords, though significant, have not led to the lasting peace in the Middle East that Trump predicted. Since the agreements were signed, the region has seen escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, as well as ongoing violence in Gaza.
The 2020 Serbia-Kosovo deal, another agreement Trump frequently promotes, has been criticized as more symbolic than substantive. Analysts noted the documents were light on detail and failed to produce any lasting resolution, with both sides continuing to clash diplomatically and politically.
Indian government officials also denied that Trump had any hand in the 2021 ceasefire with Pakistan. Nevertheless, the government of Pakistan announced on Friday that it would formally recommend Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, praising his “decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership” during recent tensions.
Throughout his presidency and into his post-presidency, Trump has frequently brought up his Nobel ambitions. He often contrasts his lack of recognition with that of former President Barack Obama, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009 shortly after taking office—a decision that has remained controversial in some circles.
Speaking during a recent Oval Office meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump reportedly mentioned the Nobel Prize again, calling it “rigged” and “politically biased.”
Supporters of Trump, including several Republican lawmakers, have submitted multiple nominations on his behalf, particularly in recognition of the Abraham Accords and his North Korea diplomacy. However, none have resulted in the award being granted.
The final signing ceremony for the DRC-Rwanda peace agreement is expected to take place on June 27 in Washington, with officials from both countries in attendance. While Trump’s direct role in the negotiations remains unclear—neither the DRC nor Rwanda mentioned him by name in their official statements—he has positioned himself as the driving force behind the talks.
The peace deal builds upon a previously signed declaration of principles from April and is seen as a potentially stabilizing step for one of Africa’s most volatile regions.
As the international community prepares to witness the signing of the Congo-Rwanda peace agreement, Trump continues to push his narrative as a global peacemaker whose efforts are underappreciated. Whether or not the Nobel Committee takes notice, Trump’s focus on his role in world affairs remains a central part of his public persona—and potentially, his political comeback strategy.
Source- EWN
