Summary
Venezuela has announced it will close its embassy in Norway after opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted Venezuela's decision but emphasized its wish to maintain dialogue. Venezuela will also close its embassy in Australia and open new ones in Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe.
Key Facts
- Venezuela plans to shut down its embassy in Norway.
- This decision follows the announcement of Maria Corina Machado winning the Nobel Peace Prize.
- Machado received the prize for her efforts in promoting civilian courage in Latin America.
- Venezuela will also close its embassy in Australia.
- New Venezuelan embassies will open in Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe.
- Norway and Australia are both allies of the United States.
- The Venezuelan government has accused the U.S. of attempting to change its regime.
- Maria Corina Machado dedicated her prize to President Donald Trump and the people of Venezuela.
