Summary
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, filed a criminal complaint in Sweden against the Nobel Foundation. He is challenging the Peace Prize awarded to Maria Corina Machado, stating that the award supports actions against Venezuela's President Maduro and violates the prize's original intention. Assange argues that the funds intended for Machado should be frozen as they may support acts of aggression.
Key Facts
- Julian Assange filed a complaint in Sweden against the Nobel Foundation.
- The complaint concerns the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Maria Corina Machado.
- Assange claims the prize money supports actions against Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro.
- He seeks to freeze 11 million Swedish kronor ($1.18 million) from being awarded to Machado.
- The Nobel Committee awarded Machado the prize for promoting democracy.
- Machado has reportedly supported U.S. actions against Maduro and expressed support for Israel.
- Assange argues that awarding Machado the prize violates Alfred Nobel's original intentions for the Peace Prize.
- Swedish police confirmed receiving Assange's complaint.
