"MIAMI (AP) FIFA has announced the creation of a peace prize, which it plans to award at the draw for the World Cup on Dec. 5 in Washington. The award, called the FIFA Peace Prize, will recognize exceptional actions for peace, soccer's governing body said Wednesday. In an increasingly unsettled and divided world, it's fundamental to recognize the outstanding contribution of those who work hard to end conflicts and bring people together in a spirit of peace, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said."
"FIFA said the award, which Infantino will present this year, will be bestowed annually on behalf of fans from all around the world. President Donald Trump, who has a close relationship with Infantino, was passed over for the Nobel Peace Prize last month despite lobbying from fellow Republicans, various world leaders and himself. Infantino and Trump were both scheduled to speak at an unrelated event in Miami on Wednesday."
FIFA created the FIFA Peace Prize and plans to present the first award at the World Cup draw on Dec. 5 in Washington. The prize will recognize exceptional actions for peace and will be awarded annually on behalf of fans worldwide. FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that recognizing contributions that end conflicts and bring people together is fundamental. Infantino will present the inaugural prize. The announcement referenced President Donald Trump’s recent omission from the Nobel Peace Prize despite lobbying and noted a further link through Ivanka Trump's appointment to the board of a $100 million education project part-funded by 2026 World Cup ticket sales.
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