'Wow': Trump stunned by Netanyahu’s Nobel Peace Prize nod, Internet calls it 'a masterclass in diplomacy'

On Monday, July 7, Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump met for the first time since the US carried out airstrikes on Iran’s key nuclear facilities
Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner in the Blue Room of the White House on July 7, 2025, in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner in the Blue Room of the White House on July 7, 2025, in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)


 

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump was left shocked after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave him a letter nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize on Monday, July 7.

Netanyahu visited Trump for the first time since the United States bombed Iranian nuclear facilities in June. Moreover, it was his third visit to Trump in the POTUS' second term.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. President Donald Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe, and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, attend a dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Blue Room of the White House on July 07, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump is hosting Netanyahu to discuss a potential ceasefire agreement to end the fighting in Gaza. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, President Donald Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe, and US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, attend a dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Blue Room of the White House on July 7, 2025, in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Benjamin Netanyahu offers Donald Trump letter nominating him for Nobel Peace Prize

During a dinner on Monday, Benjamin Netanyahu gave Donald Trump a letter that he said he had sent to a committee for the Nobel Peace Prize, commending the commander-in-chief's efforts to end conflicts in the Middle East.

The Israeli prime minister said, "I want to express the appreciation and admiration not only of all Israelis, but of the Jewish people, and many, many admirers around the world for your leadership, your leadership of a free world, your leadership of a just cause, and the pursuit of peace and security which you are leading in many lands now, especially in the Middle East."

President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner in the Blue Room of the White House on July 7, 2025, in Washington, DC. Trump is hosting Netanyahu to discuss a potential ceasefire agreement to end the fighting in Gaza. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner in the Blue Room of the White House on July 7, 2025, in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

"We have great opportunities. The president has an extraordinary team. And I think our teams together make an extraordinary combination to meet challenges and seize opportunities. But the president has already realized great opportunities," he added.

Netanyahu then mentioned, "He forged the Abraham Accords. He’s forging peace as we speak in one country and one region after the other. So, I want to present to you, Mr President, the letter I sent to the Nobel Prize committee."

The POTUS was seemingly shocked and said, "Oh," as Netanyahu added, "It’s nominating you for the Peace Prize, which is well-deserved. And you should get it."

Trump thanked him, saying, "Thank you very much. This, I didn’t know. Wow. Thank you very much."

The MAGA leader added, "Coming from you in particular, this is very meaningful. Thank you very much, Bibi."

President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner in the Blue Room of the White House on July 7, 2025, in Washington, DC. Trump is hosting Netanyahu to discuss a potential ceasefire agreement to end the fighting in Gaza. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner in the Blue Room of the White House on July 7, 2025, in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, during the meeting, Trump added that he “hoped” that the US would not strike Iran again.



 

"They want to work something out. They’re very different now than they were two weeks ago," the 79-year-old said.

While Trump declined to give a date for upcoming talks with Iran, he informed reporters that they would find out more details on Tuesday.

Internet divided as Benjamin Netanyahu nominates Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

People on the internet stayed divided and shared mixed reactions as Benjamin Netanyahu nominated Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.

 One X user wrote, "Absolutely sickening," while another added, "Thank you Netanyahu for seeing what 75 million Americans also saw."



 



 

A person stated, "Well deserved!" whereas one mentioned, "Who sends BOMBS don't deserve Peace!"



 



 

An individual lauded the move, writing, "That's quite an endorsement! It's always interesting to see leaders recognizing each other's efforts in diplomacy. Here's hoping for lasting peace!" while another person commented, "@NobelPrize if you are really considering awarding this man a prize, then you cannot be taken seriously."



 



 

Someone else added, "Say what you want, but President Trump did more for world peace than most who’ve won the Nobel. No endless wars. Historic peace deals. Strength through leadership. Even Netanyahu nominated him. Give that man his Nobel Peace Prize," whereas one more wrote, "Of course, Trump was nominated by Netanyahu for the Nobel Peace Prize, he demanded it. The narcissism is unmatched."



 



 

Another user mentioned, "Netanyahu knows a winner when he sees one. Trump's peace deals are a masterclass in diplomacy. While the world spins in chaos, he's delivering real results. This is the kind of leadership that deserves recognition. The drive-by media can’t handle…"



 

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