Venezuela Politician Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize, Shattering Donald Trump’s Hopes.
Shattering Donald Trump’s dreams, Venezuela politician and human rights activist Maria Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize this year. Recognition for contributions to democratic movement grants her prestigious award, BBC recorded.
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen joined in with congratulatory remarks, as she says the award to Machado honours not only her courage and conviction but also “every voice that refuses to be silenced”, adding: “In Venezuela and across the world.”
“The spirit of freedom cannot be jailed. The thirst for democracy always prevails,” she adds.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul echoes the same sentiment, as he congratulates Machado for being “a voice for freedom worldwide”.
Roberta Metsola, president of the European Parliament, says she is “so proud of the brave” Machado.
In a post on X, Metsola writes that Machado’s “tireless struggle for freedom and democracy in Venezuela has touched hearts and inspired millions across the globe”.
Nobel Peace Prize sparks unique interest. Who wins, why, fuels guesses, analyses, expectations. Finally, ending speculations, prestigious award goes to Venezuela politician and human rights activist Maria Corina Machado. Norwegian Nobel Committee announces her name Friday. Tireless efforts protecting democratic rights and just, peaceful struggle for democracy earn her Nobel.
This year, 338 individuals and organizations nominated for Nobel Peace Prize.
Surpassing most discussed candidate, US President Donald Trump, Venezuela opposition leader Maria wins Nobel Peace. Machado’s leadership and committed actions set major example for Venezuela people.
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Amid ongoing political crisis and democratic issues in Venezuela, her recognition holds great importance. Nobel Peace Prize ranks among world’s most prestigious honors. First awarded in 1901. In 2024, award went to Japan’s atomic bomb survivors organization Nihon Hidankyo.
