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Maria Corina Machado: Venezuelan Opposition Leader Remains in Hiding Despite Nobel Peace Prize Honor in Oslo
Dec 10, 2025 07:28 pm CST
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado will miss accepting her Nobel Peace Prize in person due to safety concerns and potential arrest if she returns to Venezuela. While confirmed "safe" by Nobel officials and expected to reach Oslo, her daughter will accept the prestigious award on her behalf as she continues her fight against President Nicolas Maduro's regime amid international support and controversy.
US-Venezuela Tensions Escalate as Trump Declares Venezuelan Airspace "Closed" Amid Military Operations
Nov 30, 2025 12:56 am CST
The US-Venezuela standoff intensifies as President Trump declares Venezuelan airspace closed following military strikes against alleged drug vessels. US forces have targeted over 20 vessels, resulting in more than 80 fatalities, while multiple airlines suspend Venezuela flights amid the security crisis. Reports indicate Trump and Maduro recently spoke by phone, potentially discussing a meeting as regional tensions continue to mount.