Overview
- FIFA president Gianni Infantino presented the new Peace Prize to President Donald Trump onstage at Washington’s Kennedy Center during the 2026 World Cup draw.
- The honor included a large gold trophy, a medal and a certificate citing actions to promote global peace and unity.
- The award was announced in November without public criteria, nominees or a disclosed selection process, and senior FIFA officials said it was not discussed with the FIFA Council.
- Human Rights Watch and others questioned the decision and asked for transparency about judges and standards, saying FIFA has not answered their inquiries.
- The presentation came as reporting highlighted scrutiny of U.S. lethal strikes on suspected drug boats and hardline immigration measures, and as Trump made disputed claims about ending multiple wars.