The Nobel Peace Prize 2025

The Nobel Peace Prize 2025 has been awarded to María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, for her decades-long struggle to restore democracy, civil liberties, and peaceful political transition in Venezuela under an authoritarian regime

Awarded To: María Corina Machado
Country: Venezuela
Date: October 11, 2025

About the Winner:
María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, has been honoured with the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her decades-long, non-violent struggle to restore democracy, protect civil liberties, and promote peaceful political transition in Venezuela — a nation long under authoritarian rule.

Why She Won:
The Nobel Committee recognized her courageous leadership and commitment to democratic reform, despite facing intimidation, arrests, and political bans. Machado has been a symbol of resilience and hope for millions of Venezuelans

seeking freedom, justice, and human rights.

About the Nobel Peace Prize:
The Nobel Peace Prize, established in 1901 under the will of Alfred Nobel, is awarded annually to individuals or organizations that make outstanding contributions toward peace and conflict resolution.