The Nobel Peace Prize winner is scheduled to be announced in Oslo on Friday, with experts saying US President Donald Trump's influence will loom over the decision. Trump is not seen as a strong contender for this year's award, but he has long campaigned for the prize.
This year's nominees come from a diverse field, according to reports ahead of the announcement. The winner will be revealed amid continued attention to Trump's pursuit of the award and the broader range of candidates under consideration.
What to know about this year's Nobel Peace Prize
- The announcement is scheduled for Friday in Oslo.
- Experts say Trump's influence will be a factor in the conversation around the decision.
- Trump has long campaigned for the award but is not considered a strong contender this year.
- This year's nominees represent a diverse field.
