Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has vowed to return to Venezuela despite the recent detention of a close ally. The opposition leader has criticised new arrests and says she will go back to confront the regime and push for democratic reforms.

US-Venezuela Tensions: Nobel Laureate Machado Vows Return to Venezuela Amid Ally’s Arrest 

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has said national elections could be held within a year as the country undergoes a fragile transition. Signalling possible tensions with the Trump administration, White House officials prioritise rebuilding Venezuela over an immediate polls timeline even as Machado pushes for a faster democratic process.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Have Trump-Machado Ties Deteriorated? 'Rebuilding More Important Than Polls'

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado says her country could hold national elections later in 2026, a credible process with manual voting might be possible in about nine to ten months depending on when preparations begin. Machado’s party claims strong popular and military support for democratic change, but logistical and political hurdles remain as Venezuela navigates a complex transition.

Machado Says Venezuelan Elections Could Happen This Year

Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado expressed strong confidence on January 16, 2026, in a smooth democratic transition, crediting U.S. support under President Trump despite his backing of interim leader Delcy Rodríguez.


Machado Confident: Venezuela Transition On Track

Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado echoed President Trump's optimism on January 16, 2026, pledging elections within months under interim oversight, aligning with his overtures to holdouts from Maduro's circle. Trump stated continued talks with Maduro loyalists to secure full transition, praising progress despite skepticism from hardliners.


Machado Mirrors Trump: Venezuela Polls 'Soon' Under Transition

Yemen's internationally recognized government undergoes major overhaul following the Southern Transitional Council (STC) crisis, with Prime Minister Salem bin Breik resigning and Shaya Zindani appointed as successor.


Nobel at Last, if a Bit Fake: Machado Gifts Trump Her Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, presented her medal to President Donald Trump in the Oval Office as a gesture of gratitude for U.S. support in ousting Nicolás Maduro.


Nobel Laureate Machado Honors Trump with Peace Medal

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has given her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump during a meeting at the White House, saying it was a recognition of his commitment to her country's freedom.

Machado Says Venezuelans Can Count on US President

Venezuelan Nobel Winner Machado Presents Peace Prize Medal to Trump 

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado says that she presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump at a private White House meeting on Thursday.

Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize Winner Machado Presents Her Medal to Trump 

U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado on January 15, a White House official said on Monday.


Trump-Machado meet: Venezuela's opposition leader offers to share Nobel Peace Prize with Trump

Venezuelan Opposition Backs Machado’s Leadership Despite Maduro’s Capture

Venezuelan Opposition Backs Machado’s Leadership Despite Maduro’s Captur

US President Donald Trump confirms he will meet Nobel laureate Machado next week in Washington, D.C. The high-profile meeting is expected to focus on international issues, political dialogue, and potential collaborations.

Trump-Machado Meet: US President Confirms Meeting with Nobel Laureate Machado in Washington

Following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, a key Venezuelan opposition leader has strongly criticized Rodriguez, calling for political accountability. The developments highlight ongoing tensions in Venezuela’s political landscape and the struggle between government and opposition forces. Stay updated on the latest news from Caracas and Venezuela’s evolving crisis.

Venezuela Crisis: Rodriguez Faces Opposition Backlash After Maduro’s Capture in Venezuela

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said Monday she plans to return home "as soon as possible", and slammed the interim president in Caracas. The Nobel Prize winner vowed to "turn Venezuela into the energy hub of the Americas" and dismantle the "'criminal structures" that have harmed her country's people, as ousted leader Nicolas Maduro pled not guilty to drug charges at a New York court. Follow our liveblog for all the latest.

Venezuela Crisis: Opposition Slams Rodriguez Post-Maduro Capture

"Very tough for her to be the leader."
President  Donald Trump cast doubt on Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s ability to lead the country, saying she does not have the backing or respect needed when asked by reporters about the country's future prospects. 
“I think it’d be very tough for her to be the leader. She doesn’t have the support or the respect within the country,” Trump said. “She’s a very nice woman but she doesn’t have the respect.”
Machado, a prominent opposition figure and Nobel Peace Prize winner, has been viewed by some as a potential transitional leader following recent U.S. actions in Venezuela

US President Casts Doubts on Nobel Laureate's Leadership Prospects

#Gravitas Nearly 72 hours, that’s how long it took for Venezuela’s most recognized opposition figure, Maria Corina Machado, to pull off one of the most dramatic escapes in modern political history. A journey that began in secret on a rain-soaked Caribbean shoreline and ended in Oslo, where she arrived just moments too late to accept the Nobel Peace Prize in person. 

Machado: How Venezuela’s Machado Survived the Riskiest Leg of Her Escape

#Gravitas Nearly 72 hours, that’s how long it took for Venezuela’s most recognized opposition figure, Maria Corina Machado, to pull off one of the most dramatic escapes in modern political history. A journey that began in secret on a rain-soaked Caribbean shoreline and ended in Oslo, where she arrived just moments too late to accept the Nobel Peace Prize in person. 

Nobel Peace Laureate Maria Corina Machado addressed an audience in Oslo, discussing her escape from Venezuela with reported U.S. government assistance. This video covers her remarks, the circumstances of her departure, and the international reactions to her appearance, providing context on Venezuela’s political situation and Machado’s global advocacy.

“U.S. Govt Helped Me Leave Venezuela”: Machado Speaks in Oslo

Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado addressed the media in a press conference, sharing her views on global peace, solidarity, and the ongoing efforts to promote human rights worldwide.

Maria Corina Machado Defies Travel Ban To Attend Oslo Event 

Breaking: Nobel Peace Laureate Maria Corina Machado Speaks at Press Conference 

Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado made her first public appearance in nearly a year, emerging in Oslo after months of staying out of sight due to safety concerns in Venezuela.


Nobel Winner Makes Public Appearance After Almost an Year; Machado Emerges from Hiding 

Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado greeted Venezuelans in Oslo, marking a historic moment for the country’s pro-democracy movement. Her appearance was celebrated by supporters, who see her as a symbol of hope and resilience amid ongoing challenges to democracy in Venezuela.

Nobel Peace Laureate Machado Greets Venezuelans in Oslo

Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado made a public appearance in Oslo after almost a year, marking her return to the global stage despite missing the official Nobel ceremony due to travel restrictions. Her presence in Oslo was celebrated by supporters and highlighted as a significant moment for Venezuela’s pro-democracy movement, as Machado continues to advocate for freedom and justice in her country. 

Nobel Winner Machado Makes Public Appearance in Oslo, Skips Nobel Ceremony

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