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Nobel Peace Prize Winner Maria Corina Machado Faces Backlash Over Israel Support and Intervention Calls
Oct 11, 2025 04:41 pm CST
Venezuelan democracy activist Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her pro-democracy efforts, but faces significant criticism for her support of Israel during the Gaza conflict and previous calls for foreign intervention in Venezuela. While the Nobel Committee celebrates her as a "champion of peace" fighting authoritarianism, critics including Muslim civil rights organizations and international lawmakers question the decision based on her political alliances and past statements.
Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize After Years of Support from Trump on Venezuela Democracy Efforts
Oct 10, 2025 08:07 pm CST
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, highlighting her struggle for democracy in Venezuela. Despite President Trump missing out on the honor, their relationship reveals mutual respect, with Machado having praised Trump's "unwavering support" for Venezuela's democratic movement. This connection underscores the complex interplay between international recognition, democratic activism, and U.S. foreign policy in Latin America.