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The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s opposition leader, recognized for her struggle for democracy and human rights under Nicolás Maduro’s regime. The decision drew mixed global reactions, with some leaders suggesting more deserving candidates existed. The award coincides with heightened U.S.–Venezuela tensions, including U.S. naval deployments and a $50 million bounty on Maduro. An emotional Machado dedicated the prize to the Venezuelan people, calling it “a recognition of our nation’s courage and collective fight for freedom.”
Friday, 10 October, 2025