The decision by María Corina Machado, the Venezuelan opposition leader, to emerge from hiding and leave the country has electrified her movement but carries political risks.
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Nobel Peace Prize for Venezuela’s María Corina Machado Draws Criticism
María Corina Machado is being honored for her push for democracy even as she backs President Trump’s military buildup and aggressive campaign against Venezuela.
Gianni Infantino Awards Trump a FIFA Peace Prize and Announces World Cup Draw
Gianni Infantino, head of soccer’s governing body, has been ingratiating himself with the president to help ensure a successful 2026 World Cup.
FIFA Will Award Its Own Peace Prize Next Month in Washington
Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, has built a close relationship with President Trump, who has groused about not winning the Nobel Peace Prize.
Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize Brings Hope and Scrutiny to Venezuela’s Opposition
Ms. Machado’s efforts to reclaim a stolen election by any available means, including military intervention, has long galvanized her supporters. Her opponents say these hard-line policies have a political cost.
Venezuela Closes Embassy in Norway After Activist Receives Peace Prize
The announcement came three days after María Corina Machado, an opposition leader, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
María Corina Machado, Venezuela Opposition Leader, Is Awarded Nobel Peace Prize
Ms. Machado galvanized a movement that independent analysts say won last year’s election, only to have it stolen by President Nicolás Maduro.
María Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize Despite Trump’s Campaign
Ms. Machado galvanized a movement that independent analysts say won last year’s election, only to have it stolen by President Nicolás Maduro.
Nobel Organizers Look Into Surge of Bets for Machado Ahead of Announcement
The committee that awards the Nobel Peace Prize was looking into whether there was advance knowledge of María Corina Machado’s win.
Machado’s Peace Prize Is Latest Nobel Honor for Female Democracy Campaigners
Women in Iran, Liberia, Yemen and Myanmar have been recognized for their activism, occasionally while they were in prison and faced serious personal risk.