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Nobel committee explain decision after Trump misses out on Peace Prize

Nobel committee addresses whether Trump’s bid for Peace Prize had impact on decision
  • The Nobel Peace Prize committee responded to campaigning for Donald Trump to win the award, which his allies suggested would be an "insult" if he did not receive it.
  • Committee chair Jørgen Watne Frydnes stated on Friday, 10 October, that the prize is awarded to those demonstrating "courage and integrity".
  • This year's Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Maria Corina Machado.
  • Frydnes clarified that the committee's decisions are based solely on the work and will of founder Alfred Nobel, despite receiving various campaigns and media attention.
  • Watch the video in full above.
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