Latin American politics
Nobel Laureate Maria Corina Machado Vows to Return to Venezuela and End Tyranny Despite Risks
Dec 12, 2025 01:24 am CST
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado has emerged in Oslo after months in hiding, vowing to return to Venezuela to continue her fight for democracy against President Maduro's regime. In her first public appearance since January, she thanked those who risked their lives to help her escape, while acknowledging the significant personal and political risks of her return to a country where she could face arrest as a fugitive.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Resurfaces in Oslo After Nobel Peace Prize Win
Dec 11, 2025 02:09 pm CST
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado made her first public appearance in 11 months at the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo, defying threats from the Maduro regime. After accepting her award for championing democracy, she faces significant risks upon her planned return to Venezuela, where she continues to challenge what many international observers consider a stolen election.
Maria Corina Machado's Daughter Accepts Nobel Peace Prize Amid Venezuela's Democratic Struggle
Dec 11, 2025 02:09 am CST
Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for challenging President Maduro's rule, remains in hiding while her daughter accepts the prestigious award in Oslo. As international pressure mounts on Venezuela's government, Machado's fight for democratic freedom continues despite threats of arrest upon her return to the country.
Trump Endorses Nasry Asfura in Tightly Contested Honduras Presidential Election
Nov 29, 2025 05:31 pm CST
Former US President Donald Trump has officially endorsed conservative candidate Nasry "Tito" Asfura in Honduras' upcoming presidential election, citing concerns about drug trafficking and regional influence. The tightly contested race features three main candidates virtually tied in polls ahead of Sunday's vote, with international organizations monitoring the electoral process closely.
US-Colombia Diplomatic Crisis Escalates as Trump and Petro Engage in Public Confrontation Over Drug Trafficking Allegations
Oct 22, 2025 10:11 am CST
The diplomatic relationship between the United States and Colombia has deteriorated significantly following Donald Trump's decision to freeze aid and label President Gustavo Petro a drug trafficker. While Colombian businesses fear economic repercussions from potential tariffs, Petro appears to embrace the conflict for political leverage ahead of upcoming elections. This unprecedented tension threatens decades of cooperation between the two nations and could have lasting implications for regional stability and Colombia's economic future.