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María Corina Machado on Trump's Warnings to Maduro and Venezuela's Future

CBS NewsDecember 11, 20251 min11,778 views
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Defying Travel Bans and Seeking Freedom

  • 🇻🇪 María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, made her first public appearance in 11 months in Norway, defying her country's travel ban.
  • 🕊️ Her daughter accepted the Nobel Peace Prize on her behalf, symbolizing hope for a free Venezuela.

Accusations Against Maduro's Government

  • 🚨 Machado blames President Maduro for recent tensions and Venezuela's internal conflict.
  • ⚖️ She stated that Maduro declared war on the Venezuelan people through state terrorism and narco-terrorism, not the other way around.

Trump Administration's Stance

  • 🇺🇸 Machado referenced public statements by President Trump urging Maduro to dismantle criminal structures and cease illicit activities.
  • 🕊️ She emphasized that the Venezuelan people desire democracy and freedom, not war.

Escape and International Support

  • ✈️ Machado escaped Venezuela via the Dutch-controlled island of Curaçao, having been in hiding since January.
  • 🤝 She indicated that the US government assisted her in reaching Norway.
  • 💬 Machado called for unity among Venezuelans to oppose President Maduro's government.
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