"Venezuela's María Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize in Historic Victory"

Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize in Historic Victory María Corina Machado, the 58-year-old Venezuelan opposition leader, has made history by winning the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, recognized for her courageous fight against President Nicolás Maduro's illegitimate rule. The award highlights the growing global concern over democratic backsliding and authoritarianism, with the Nobel Committee warning that "democracy is in retreat" worldwide. According to the BBC World, Machado was hailed by the Nobel Committee as "one of the most extraordinary examples of civilian courage in Latin America in recent times." She has campaigned against Maduro's 12-year rule, which many view as illegitimate. In a statement, Machado said, "This immense recognition of the struggle of all Venezuelans is an impetus to conclude our task: to conquer Freedom." The Nobel Peace Prize award comes amidst a global decline of democracy, as warned by the Nobel Committee. According to multiple sources, including Reuters and other reports, Machado's award is seen as a testament to her unwavering dedication to democracy and human rights. Machado has spent the last year living in hiding after her political movement was widely believed to have beaten Maduro in the July 2024 presidential election. However, Maduro refused to accept he had lost to Machado's ally, former diplomat Edmundo González, and launched a ferocious political campaign against them (The Guardian). The award highlights the growing global concern over democratic backsliding and authoritarianism. The Nobel Committee praised Machado's courage and leadership in uniting the opposition against Maduro's illegitimate rule. "This is a historic victory for Venezuela and its people," said a spokesperson for the Nobel Committee. Machado's win comes as a significant boost to her efforts to bring freedom and democracy to Venezuela. According to BBC Breaking, this prestigious honor comes amidst a growing global concern over democratic backsliding and authoritarianism. In response to the news, US President Donald Trump was reportedly disappointed that he did not receive the award, despite his desire to get the prestigious prize (BBC World). The Nobel Peace Prize award ceremony is scheduled to take place in Oslo, Norway, on December 10, 2025. Machado's win is seen as a significant milestone in her fight for democracy and human rights in Venezuela. As the world watches, Machado's next steps are crucial. According to multiple sources, she plans to continue her efforts to bring freedom and democracy to Venezuela, using the Nobel Peace Prize as a platform to unite the opposition against Maduro's regime. In a statement, Machado said, "This is not just an award for me, but for all Venezuelans who have fought for their rights and freedoms. We will continue to fight until we achieve our goal: a free and democratic Venezuela." The Nobel Peace Prize award has sent shockwaves around the world, highlighting the growing global concern over democratic backsliding and authoritarianism. As Machado prepares to accept her prize, one thing is clear: this is just the beginning of a new chapter in Venezuela's fight for democracy. Attribution: BBC World The Guardian BBC Breaking Multi-source: BBC World This story was compiled from reports by BBC World, The Guardian, BREAKING: BBC Breaking and Multi-source: BBC World.