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11-10-2025
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy in Venezuela. Machado, who has been forced to live in hiding due to threats against her life, was recognized by the Nobel Committee as a key figure in uniting the opposition against President Nicolás Maduro's authoritarian rule. The committee warned that democracy is in retreat globally, and Machado's award was seen as a recognition of her courage in the face of adversity. US President Donald Trump, who had publicly expressed his desire to receive the award, congratulated Machado, saying she deserves it.
Entities: María Corina Machado, Venezuela, Nobel Peace Prize, Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
11-10-2025
Maria Corina Machado, the leader of Venezuela's pro-democracy movement, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to keep 'the flame of democracy burning amidst a growing darkness.' Machado, known as Venezuela's 'Iron Lady,' has been in hiding for the past year due to threats from the authoritarian government of President Nicolas Maduro. In an interview with CBS News, Machado stated that the Nobel Peace Prize serves as a message to Venezuelans that 'we are not alone' and that the world recognizes their struggle for democracy. Machado has led the opposition against Maduro's regime and has been a vocal critic of the government's human rights abuses. The Nobel Peace Prize has given Machado a sense of protection and has highlighted the importance of Venezuela's struggle for democracy worldwide.
Entities: Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela, Nobel Peace Prize, Nicolas Maduro, Hugo Chavez • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
11-10-2025
Venezuela's government has requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council to address the U.S. military actions in the waters off the South American country, citing 'mounting threats' and expecting an 'armed attack' soon. The request comes after the U.S. conducted multiple military strikes on alleged drug boats off Venezuela, killing 21 people. Venezuela's government accuses the U.S. administration of seeking to topple President Nicolás Maduro and threatening regional and international peace and security. The U.S. has increased its maritime forces in the Caribbean, declaring an 'armed conflict' with drug cartels. Maduro's government denies claims that the Venezuelan military is involved with drug cartels and maintains that the U.S. is using drug trafficking as an excuse for its actions.
Entities: Venezuela, United States, United Nations, Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-10-2025
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights and her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy in Venezuela. A video shared on social media shows the moment she received the news, with Machado expressing her gratitude and humility, stating that the achievement is not hers alone but belongs to the Venezuelan people. Machado has been in hiding since the 2024 election, which was deemed non-democratic by the US and other nations. She has backed US military pressure on Maduro's regime as a necessary measure to restore democracy in Venezuela.
Entities: Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela, Nobel Peace Prize, Kristian Berg Harpviken, Norwegian Nobel Institute • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
11-10-2025
Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised US President Donald Trump's efforts to negotiate peace deals around the world, specifically his work brokering a truce between Israel and Hamas. Putin made the comments at a summit in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, in response to a question about whether he felt Trump had been unfairly passed over for the Nobel Peace Prize, which was awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Putin expressed his view that the Nobel Committee's decisions can be arbitrary and damage the prestige of the prize. Trump had previously alluded to being passed over for the Nobel Prize despite his efforts to resolve several conflicts.
Entities: Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, Israel, Hamas, María Corina Machado • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
11-10-2025
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote democratic rights and achieve a peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy in Venezuela. Machado dedicated the award to President Donald Trump and the 'suffering people of Venezuela', praising Trump's decisive support for their cause. Machado has been a vocal critic of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's regime and has received support from the Trump administration. The Nobel Committee recognized Machado's tireless work in promoting peace and democracy in Venezuela.
Entities: María Corina Machado, Venezuela, Donald Trump, Nobel Peace Prize, Nicolás Maduro • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
11-10-2025
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights and her struggle to achieve a peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy in Venezuela. Despite facing death threats and being forced into hiding, Machado has continued to resist the authoritarian regime of President Nicolas Maduro. The Nobel Committee praised her courage and recognized her as a key figure in the opposition movement. The award comes as a surprise to some, as Donald Trump had been speculated to be a potential winner, despite his divisive policies and limited time in office to prove his commitment to peace.
Entities: Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela, Nobel Peace Prize, Nicolas Maduro, Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
11-10-2025
The United Nations Security Council held a rare meeting to discuss the United States' recent military strikes on Venezuelan boats in the Caribbean, which have killed at least 21 people. The meeting was requested by Venezuela, which accused the US of violating its sovereignty and seeking to topple its government. The US defended its actions, stating it was combating drug cartels and protecting Americans. The council members were divided, with Russia and China strongly criticizing the US, while other members called for de-escalation and diplomacy. The meeting coincided with the announcement of the Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado.
Entities: United Nations, United States, Venezuela, Russia, China • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
