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Nobel Prize winner Machado says Venezuela is in 'chaos' under current regime

Nobel Prize winner Machado says Venezuela is in 'chaos' under current regime

Summary

Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado, who is a leader of the opposition in Venezuela, claims the country is in chaos under President Nicolás Maduro. Machado alleges that Maduro's government rigged elections and is running a drug cartel. She believes regime change is necessary and criticizes Maduro’s hold on power.

Key Facts

  • María Corina Machado is a Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner.
  • She claims Venezuela is in chaos under President Nicolás Maduro's rule.
  • Machado accuses Maduro of rigging elections to stay in power.
  • She has been forced into hiding due to government pressure and threats.
  • The United States and several Latin American countries agree that Maduro manipulated the electoral system.
  • Maduro's government is accused of leading a drug cartel and facing international hostility.
  • The U.S. offers a reward for information leading to Maduro's arrest.
  • Machado is uncertain about possible U.S. military action but considers President Trump an ally.

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