Maria Corina Machado's Hope for a Free Venezuela from Oslo

Opposition Leader's Return to the World Stage

• 🎤 Maria Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, emerged in Oslo, Norway, to cheers and the national anthem after being in hiding.
• ⚠️ Her journey was described as highly dangerous, having been in hiding since January due to threats from the Nicolás Maduro regime.
• 🗳️ Machado asserts that her party won the previous election by a landslide, but it was allegedly stolen by Maduro.

Hope for a Peaceful Transfer of Power

• 🤝 Machado expressed hope for a peaceful transfer of power in Venezuela, even amidst escalating international pressure.
• 🗣️ She stated her readiness to help lead her country, mentioning an invitation to join the government as vice president.
• 🕊️ Machado believes Maduro will leave office, whether through negotiation or other means, and is focused on securing an organized transition.

International Pressure on the Maduro Regime

• 🇺🇸 The United States is increasing pressure on Maduro, who accuses the US of using strikes as a pretext for regime change and accessing Venezuela's oil reserves.
• 🚢 American forces recently seized an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast.
• 💥 The US President has hinted at potential military strikes within Venezuela.