Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, alongside United States Vice President J.D. Vance, following claims that both leaders played significant roles in easing tensions during the recent United States-Iran confrontation.

The nomination was announced by advocacy organization Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), which said it formally recommended the two leaders to the Nobel Committee for consideration in the 2027 peace prize cycle.

According to the group, the nomination recognizes diplomatic and political efforts that allegedly helped prevent further military escalation at a time when fears of a wider regional war were growing. SFJ stated that Field Marshal Asim Munir engaged in direct military-level communication channels with leadership circles in Washington and Tehran, a process described as “command diplomacy,” aimed at calming hostilities and encouraging restraint.

The organization further claimed that these efforts contributed to stabilizing the situation when traditional diplomatic mechanisms, including those associated with the United Nations, struggled to deliver rapid de-escalation.

SFJ also credited US Vice President J.D. Vance with supporting key political decisions that encouraged dialogue and helped steer both sides away from further armed confrontation.

The Nobel Committee does not publicly confirm nominations, as its procedures keep candidate details confidential for decades. Neither Pakistani authorities nor US officials have issued formal statements responding to the announcement so far.

The nomination nevertheless places Pakistan’s military leadership in the international spotlight, with supporters portraying the move as recognition of behind-the-scenes diplomacy aimed at preventing a broader conflict and promoting regional stability.