Overview

• María Corina Machado was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her advocacy of democratic rights and a peaceful transition in Venezuela, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced.
• The White House criticized the outcome, with communications director Steven Cheung saying the panel put “politics over peace” after President Trump did not win.
• Nobel committee chair Jørgen Watne Frydnes defended the selection, emphasizing adherence to Alfred Nobel’s will and noting the Jan. 31 nomination deadline for this year’s prize.
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Trump’s peacemaking efforts, following the U.S. announcement of a first‑phase Gaza ceasefire on Oct. 9.
• Trump’s repeated claim that he has “stopped eight wars” was highlighted across coverage, with news outlets characterizing the assertion as inaccurate or unverified; Machado, meanwhile, publicly thanked Trump for his support in her dedication.