Former Finnish president Martti Ahtisaari, who died Monday aged 86, was a mediator who brokered peace around the globe, winning a Nobel Peace Prize for a formidable career spanning over 40 years.- Elder statesman -
In 2008, aged 71, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts "on several continents and over more than three decades, to resolve international conflicts."
Former Finnish President Martti Ahtisaari, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for his work on conflict resolution, has died at the age of 86. Ahtisaari was known for brokering peace in Kosovo, Indonesia, and Northern Ireland. He believed that all conflicts could be settled and was a strong advocate for peace. Ahtisaari s global fame helped boost Finland s image internationally. He also supported Finland s EU membership and encouraged voters to support the accession referendum in 1994.
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Former Finnish president Martti Ahtisaari, who died Monday aged 86, was a mediator who brokered peace around the globe, winning a Nobel Peace Prize for a formidable career spanning over 40 years.