India, Oct. 10 -- Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced on Friday, capping weeks of speculation and global interest in one of the world's most prestigious and unpredictable honors.

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The choice comes after a swirl of buzz around US President Donald Trump, who had been actively lobbying for the award.

Trump's push intensified this week after international approval of his plan for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, fueling speculation that the committee might recognize his foreign policy interventions.

However, longtime Nobel watchers had consistently cautioned that his chances were slim, noting the committee's histo...