European officials and experts are reportedly scoffing at President Trump's reported lobbying efforts for a Nobel Peace Prize. Despite Trump's assertions of ending global conflicts, reports suggest "few" in Oslo believe he has a realistic chance of winning, with his actions seen as counterproductive. While a breakthrough in Gaza could be a factor, the award considers actions from the past year, and public pressure campaigns are viewed negatively by the Nobel Committee.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.