The Mishal Husain Show María Corina Machado Believes US Pressure on Maduro Is the Only Way
Oct 31, 2025
María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, discusses the urgent need for U.S. intervention against Nicolás Maduro's regime. She shares her harrowing experience of going into hiding and explains how international attention from her prize has intensified pressure on the government. Machado advocates for military action to dismantle narco-criminal networks and emphasizes her plans for a peaceful transition. She believes the current moment is pivotal, fueled by public support and a commitment to restoring democracy in Venezuela.
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Long Months In Hiding
- María Corina Machado lived in hiding for about 15 months after being accused of terrorism by Nicolás Maduro's regime.
- She describes isolation and the real risk of disappearance if discovered, highlighting personal stakes in the struggle.
Nobel Raises Repression's Political Cost
- Winning the Nobel Peace Prize increased international attention and raised the cost of repression for Maduro's regime.
- Machado says this recognition has boosted Venezuelan morale and amplified global pressure against impunity.
Venezuela As An International Criminal Hub
- Machado frames Venezuela as a haven for international criminal networks and foreign agents operating freely.
- She argues international action to cut criminal funding sources is necessary to dismantle that structure.