Trump accepts Nobel medal from Venezuelan opposition leader Machado

Summary

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to US President Donald Trump during a White House meeting as she seeks influence over Venezuela's political future.

Key Points
  • Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado gave her Nobel Peace Prize medal to US President Donald Trump at the White House.
  • Trump intends to keep the medal, calling Machado's gift a gesture of mutual respect.
  • Machado seeks to influence Trump's role in shaping Venezuela's political future amid ongoing turmoil.
  • Machado was banned from Venezuela's 2024 presidential election, while Maduro retains power despite contested claims.
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