Amanpour Nobel Winner Machado Appears in Oslo
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Dec 11, 2025 Leopoldo López, a prominent Venezuelan opposition leader and critic of Nicolás Maduro, shares insights on Maria Corina Machado's recent Nobel Peace Prize and its implications for the fight against the regime. He discusses the importance of continuing the struggle despite risks and outlines signs of fractures within the military that could lead to democratic change. Julieta Martinelli, an investigative reporter, highlights the human impact of immigration enforcement on families, revealing emotional stories from El Refugio and the challenges faced by those affected.
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Exile As A Strategic Platform
- Maria Corina Machado's exile could strengthen diplomatic coalition-building for Venezuela's opposition.
- Stefano Pozzebon says short-term external advocacy may help patch differing international approaches.
Targeting Finances Over Fast Boats
- U.S. actions shifting from targeting speedboats to seizing oil tankers aim at Maduro's finances.
- Stefano Pozzebon argues hitting Maduro's purse is more internationally palatable than unproven strikes.
Nobel Prize As Global Pressure Point
- The Nobel Peace Prize symbolizes international recognition that freedom is necessary for peace in Venezuela.
- Leopoldo López says the award amplifies global pressure for regime change and democratic transition.
