On October 9, 2026, South African jurist Navi Pillay was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, honoring her long-standing commitment to human rights defense and combating atrocities, notably in Rwanda and the Middle East.
This distinction has been widely praised by institutions such as the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, where Navi Pillay has held significant roles.
However, this recognition is not unanimous, with Israel expressing strong criticism towards Navi Pillay due to her positions on the Middle East.