Israel a rare dissenting voice as praise pours in for Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay

South African jurist and former UN human rights chief Navi Pillay won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, drawing widespread praise from human rights and international justice advocates. The 85-year-old was recognized for decades of work, which included investigating crimes in Rwanda, Israel, and the occupied Palestinian territories. While global praise poured in, Israeli officials reacted negatively to the win.

Key facts

• Navi Pillay won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, October 9, 2026.
• Pillay is an 85-year-old South African jurist and former UN human rights chief.
• She was praised for decades of work, including investigating crimes in Rwanda, Israel, and the occupied Palestinian territories.
• Israeli officials fumed over the award, making Israel a rare dissenting voice.

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