Navi Pillay, former UN human rights chief, wins Nobel Peace Prize

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Pillay is recognised for her "efforts to promote peace and international law", the Norwegian Nobel Committee says.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:15:09 UTC.

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