India, Jan. 3 -- As the world reacts to US President Donald Trump's claim that Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has been "captured," attention has shifted to one key figure,opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. The Nobel Peace Prize winner has long opposed Maduro's rule and openly backed tough US action against his government. Now, with Venezuela facing uncertainty, her role is once again under global focus.

Maria Corina Machado is Venezuela's most prominent opposition leader. She became a global figure after winning the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her campaign against authoritarian rule.

She has openly challenged Nicolas Maduro for years. Her movement gained strong support inside Venezuela despite intense government pressure. Mach...