Maria Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize 2025Top Stories

October 10, 2025 14:22
Maria Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize 2025

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Venezuelan Maria Corina Machado has received the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts in advancing democracy and opposing dictatorship in her nation. The former presidential contender from the opposition was praised for being a central figure that brings people together against the harsh Venezuelan government. Before this important announcement, there were rumors that the award might go to Donald Trump, partly because of Trump himself and his recent plan for a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas. However, Jorgen Watne Frydnes, the chair of the Nobel Committee from Norway, stated that Machado is being celebrated for her role as "a vital, unifying leader within a political opposition that used to be very divided—a group that unified in their call for fair elections and effective governance."

"In the last year, Machado has had to live secretly. Even with serious threats to her safety, she has chosen to stay in her home country, which has motivated millions. When tyrants take power, it is important to acknowledge those brave people who stand up for freedom and fight back," he continued. Machado plays an important role in Venezuela's push for democracy. Over recent years, she has become a strong symbol of bravery among civilians in Latin America. For many years, she has challenged the oppressive rule of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. She has encountered threats, arrests, and political harassment. She intended to run against Maduro in the last elections, but the government ruled her out. Edmundo Gonzalez, who had no previous experience in running for office, stood in for her. As the election approached, there was extensive oppression, with many people being disqualified, arrested, and facing human rights abuses. The crackdown on opposition intensified after the National Electoral Council, filled with Maduro supporters, announced him as the winner despite significant evidence showing otherwise.

These election outcomes led to protests nationwide, which the government met with violence, resulting in over 20 deaths. They also caused a break in diplomatic ties between Venezuela and several other nations, including Argentina. Machado has since gone into hiding and has not made any public appearances since January. A Venezuelan court has issued an arrest order for Gonzalez, who has relocated to Spain and received asylum.

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