Donald Trump has canceled his planned visit to India for the 2025 Quad Summit, marking a sharp downturn in U.S.–India relations. Reports from The New York Times, cited by The Times of India and Economic Times, reveal that the decision followed a heated June phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During the exchange, Trump claimed credit for mediating the India–Pakistan ceasefire and pressed Modi to support his 2026 Nobel Peace Prize nomination. Modi firmly rejected the suggestion, insisting the ceasefire was a bilateral matter. In response, Trump imposed tariffs of up to 50% on Indian exports, worsening tensions and ultimately pulling out of the summit.
Nobel Prize 2026 Becoming Tough for Donald Trump
Pakistan has formally nominated Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, praising him for preventing escalation between India and Pakistan. However, the move has been met with strong criticism. Indian officials flatly denied Trump’s involvement, while Pakistan’s own politicians and civil society figures branded the nomination “embarrassing flattery.” Analysts warn that aligning with Pakistan — often accused of harboring terrorism — undermines Trump’s credibility as a peace candidate.
Adding to his woes, three out of five Nobel Peace Prize committee members openly oppose Donald Trump’s bid. They cite serious concerns over his record on democracy, his attacks on the media, and a political style that fosters division instead of unity. For the committee, awarding Trump the Nobel would directly contradict the values the prize stands for.
Global Backlash Against Trump’s Record
Trump’s broader record offers little support for his claim to the prize. The world has grown tired of his
“nonsensical tariffs,” which have rattled allies and disrupted global trade. Despite bold promises, he failed to secure ceasefires in either the Russia–Ukraine or Israel–Hamas conflicts. To critics, his Nobel pursuit looks more like self-promotion than genuine peacemaking.
A Weakening Diplomatic Position
The cancellation of Trump’s India visit underscores how his Nobel campaign is entangled with worsening
diplomatic relations. Once pitched as a crowning achievement, his path to the Nobel now faces resistance from allies, skepticism from the global community, and opposition from within the Nobel Committee itself.
For Trump, the road to 2026 is not paved with triumph — it is an uphill struggle against his own record.